Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
retecta
ID:
117093

Status:
valid

Authors:
Qaiser & Lack

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 15(1): 8 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116422



Common Names

  • Retected Phagnalon
  • Retected False-dandelion
  • Retected False-hawksbeard


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Description

Phagnalon retecta (also called Smooth Phagnalon, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the western United States. It has small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It typically grows in sandy soils and open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Phagnalon retecta is an ornamental plant that can be used to add texture and color to gardens. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phagnalon retecta has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phagnalon retecta is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Phagnalon retecta

Phagnalon retecta can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Phagnalon retecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phagnalon retecta?

Phagnalon retecta

What are the common names of Phagnalon retecta?

Retected Phagnalon, Retected Rabbit-Tail

Where is Phagnalon retecta native to?

Phagnalon retecta is native to the western United States and Canada.

Species in the Phagnalon genus

Phagnalon acuminatum, Phagnalon telonense, Phagnalon bicolor, Phagnalon viridifolium, Phagnalon garamantum, Phagnalon darvazicum, Phagnalon stenolepis, Phagnalon kotschyi, Phagnalon purpurascens, Phagnalon niveum, Phagnalon harazianum, Phagnalon persicum, Phagnalon lavranosii, Phagnalon viridifolium, Phagnalon rechingeri, Phagnalon murbeckii, Phagnalon pycnophyllon, Phagnalon pygmaeum, Phagnalon abyssinicum, Phagnalon calycinum, Phagnalon saxatile, Phagnalon linifolium, Phagnalon woodii, Phagnalon abyssinicum, Phagnalon quartinianum, Phagnalon sinaicum, Phagnalon umbelliforme, Phagnalon barbeyanum, Phagnalon pomelii, Phagnalon nitidum, Phagnalon yerrimense, Phagnalon burnatii, Phagnalon melanoleucum, Phagnalon sordidum, Phagnalon retecta, Phagnalon phagnaloides, Phagnalon rupestre, Phagnalon schweinfurthii, Phagnalon graecum,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, 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,

References

Hans Walter Lack (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lack' in the authors string.
Mohammad Qaiser (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Qaiser' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:906833-1: Based on the initial data import