Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 11(89): 49 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133643
Common Names
- Phacellothrix
- Cladochaeta
- Cladochaeta Daisy
Description
Phacellothrix cladochaeta (also called 'Granite-Broom' and 'Granite-Broom-Heath', among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Phacellothrix cladochaeta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phacellothrix cladochaeta is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phacellothrix cladochaeta is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Phacellothrix cladochaeta
Phacellothrix cladochaeta is native to the Mediterranean region.
Phacellothrix cladochaeta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phacellothrix cladochaeta?
Phacellothrix cladochaeta
What is the common name of Phacellothrix cladochaeta?
Cladochaeta
What is the natural habitat of Phacellothrix cladochaeta?
It is found in the Andes Mountains of South America
Species in the Phacellothrix genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,