Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
aciculare
ID:
68707

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Mey. ex Harv.) Benth. & Hook. ex B.D.Jacks

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Gen. ii. 423.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068036



Common Names

  • Phymaspermum aciculare
  • Mountain Everlasting
  • Mountain Daisy


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Description

Phymaspermum aciculare (also called Acicular Phymaspermum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 10-50 cm and has narrow, linear leaves. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phymaspermum aciculare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phymaspermum aciculare has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and white petals. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phymaspermum aciculare is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Phymaspermum aciculare

Phymaspermum aciculare is found in the Mediterranean region and in the Middle East.

Phymaspermum aciculare FAQ

What type of plant is Phymaspermum aciculare?

Phymaspermum aciculare is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae.

Where is Phymaspermum aciculare found?

Phymaspermum aciculare is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

What are the characteristics of Phymaspermum aciculare?

Phymaspermum aciculare is a perennial herb with an erect stem, reaching heights of up to 60 cm. Its leaves are finely divided and its flowers are small and white.

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:237703-1: Based on the initial data import