Status:
valid
Authors:
Less.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 253 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069573
Common Names
- Rush Skeletonweed
- Junceum Skeletonweed
- Rush-Leaved Skeletonweed
Synonyms
- Osteospermum coriaceum coriaceum [unknown]
- Osteospermum junceum P.J.Bergius [unknown]
Description
Phymaspermum junceum (also called Rush Skeletonweed, among many other common names) is an annual plant with yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to Europe, Asia and North America and is found in dry grasslands, meadows and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Phymaspermum junceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phymaspermum junceum is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small, green, round plant with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phymaspermum junceum is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is tolerant of a wide range of soil pH. It is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.
Where to Find Phymaspermum junceum
Phymaspermum junceum can be found in Europe and Asia.
Phymaspermum junceum FAQ
What is the common name of Phymaspermum junceum?
Hairy-fruited dandelion
What is the scientific name of Phymaspermum junceum?
Phymaspermum junceum
What is the natural habitat of Phymaspermum junceum?
It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia
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,