Phymaspermum argenteum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argenteum
ID:
83025
Status:
valid
Authors:
Brusse
Source:
gcc
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 19(1): 29 (1989) (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082354
Common Names
- Silver Phymaspermum
- Phymaspermum argenteum
- Silver Phymaspermum
Searching for Phymaspermum argenteum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phymaspermum argenteum (also called Silver-Leaved Phymaspermum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Phymaspermum argenteum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phymaspermum argenteum is white, with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are round, with a length of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are thin and have a white root.
Searching for Phymaspermum argenteum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phymaspermum argenteum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought-tolerant and does not require much maintenance. It can be propagated by collecting seeds in late summer and sowing them in the spring.
Where to Find Phymaspermum argenteum
Phymaspermum argenteum is native to Europe and can be found in dry meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.
Phymaspermum argenteum FAQ
What are the common names of Phymaspermum argenteum?
Common names of Phymaspermum argenteum include silver-leaved phymaspermum and silver-leaved pincushion.
What is the optimal growing environment for Phymaspermum argenteum?
Phymaspermum argenteum prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
What is the typical flowering period for Phymaspermum argenteum?
Phymaspermum argenteum typically flowers from August to October.
Species in the Phymaspermum genus
Phymaspermum villosum, Phymaspermum athanasioides, Phymaspermum scoparium, Phymaspermum leptophyllum, Phymaspermum appressum, Phymaspermum peglerae, Phymaspermum carnosulum, Phymaspermum aciculare, Phymaspermum junceum, Phymaspermum montanum, Phymaspermum argenteum, Phymaspermum bolusii, Phymaspermum pubescens, Phymaspermum parvifolium, Phymaspermum acerosum, Phymaspermum pinnatifidum, Phymaspermum erubescens, Phymaspermum equisetoides, Phymaspermum woodii, Phymaspermum schroeteri, Phymaspermum aciculare, Phymaspermum leptophyllum, Phymaspermum parvifolium, Phymaspermum trifidum, Phymaspermum aphyllum, Phymaspermum oppositifolium, Phymaspermum comptonii, Phymaspermum thymelaeoides,
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-38869: Based on the initial data import
Franklin Andrej Brusse (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brusse' in the authors string.