Phymaspermum peglerae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peglerae
ID:
60831
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hutch.) Källersjö
Source:
gcc
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 5(6): 538 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060160
Common Names
- Pegler's Thistle
- Phymaspermum Thistle
- Pegler's Plumeless Thistle
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- Brachymeris peglerae Hutch. [unknown]
Description
Phymaspermum peglerae (also called Pegler's Phymaspermum, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the family Asteraceae. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has yellow disc florets and white ray florets. It is native to South Africa, and is found in moist, open grasslands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Phymaspermum peglerae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phymaspermum peglerae has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a star-shaped seed head. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have thin, grass-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phymaspermum peglerae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. To propagate by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide the roots into several sections. Replant the divisions in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location.
Where to Find Phymaspermum peglerae
Phymaspermum peglerae is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and savannas.
Phymaspermum peglerae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phymaspermum peglerae?
Phymaspermum peglerae
What is the common name of Phymaspermum peglerae?
Pegler's Groundsel
What is the natural habitat of Phymaspermum peglerae?
It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
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-17220: Based on the initial data import
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.