Status:
valid
Authors:
(Narayana) Narayana
Source:
gcc
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Curr. Sci. 51(8): 438 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068617
Common Names
- Sengalther's phyllocephalum
- Alpine phyllocephalum
- Mountain phyllocephalum
Synonyms
- Centratherum sengaltherianum Narayana [unknown]
- Centratherum sengaltherianum B.M.Naray. [unknown]
- Baccharoides sengaltheriana (Narayana) Punekar & Vasudeva Rao [unknown]
Description
Phyllocephalum sengaltherianum (also called Sengaltherian's Phyllocephalum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllocephalum sengaltherianum is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is drought tolerant and can attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phyllocephalum sengaltherianum is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, brown and round. The seedlings are short and have a single stem with broad, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllocephalum sengaltherianum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division of the rootstock should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Phyllocephalum sengaltherianum
Phyllocephalum sengaltherianum can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, including France, Italy, Spain, and Greece.
Phyllocephalum sengaltherianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllocephalum sengaltherianum?
Phyllocephalum sengaltherianum
What type of plant is Phyllocephalum sengaltherianum?
Annual
Where does Phyllocephalum sengaltherianum grow?
In dry grassland and rocky slopes in South Africa
Species in the Phyllocephalum genus
Phyllocephalum microcephalum,
Phyllocephalum ritchiei,
Phyllocephalum courtallense,
Phyllocephalum rangacharii,
Phyllocephalum phyllolaenum,
Phyllocephalum mayurii,
Phyllocephalum scabridum,
Phyllocephalum sengaltherianum,
Phyllocephalum ritchiei,
Phyllocephalum indicum,
Phyllocephalum lilacinum,
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
B.M. Narayana: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Narayana' in the authors string.