Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
calva
ID:
51849

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ledeb.) Iljin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 7: 51 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051178



Common Names

  • Phalacrachena calva
  • Calva Phalacrachena
  • Calva Groundsel


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Description

Phalacrachena calva (also called Bald-Headed Phalacrachena, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Phalacrachena calva is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat digestive and kidney problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phalacrachena calva is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phalacrachena calva is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is not very drought tolerant and will need regular watering during dry spells. It can be fertilized in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Phalacrachena calva

Phalacrachena calva is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in Algeria, France, Italy, and Spain.

Phalacrachena calva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phalacrachena calva?

Phalacrachena calva

What is the common name of Phalacrachena calva?

Bald-headed Phalacrachena

What is the natural habitat of Phalacrachena calva?

Dry, open woods, rocky slopes, and roadsides

Species in the Phalacrachena genus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-149722: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich von Ledebour (1786-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ledeb.' in the authors string.
Modest Mikhailovich Ilyin (1889-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iljin' in the authors string.