Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
88542

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Kuntze

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 3[3]: 167. 1898 [28 Sep 1898]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087871



Common Names

  • Pubescens Phymaspermum
  • Phymaspermum
  • Woolly Phymaspermum


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Synonyms

  • Adenachaena pubescens DC. [unknown]

Description

Phymaspermum pubescens (also called Hairy Phymaspermum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It grows in grasslands, meadows and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Phymaspermum pubescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phymaspermum pubescens is yellow, and it has a white center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and long with small, yellow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phymaspermum pubescens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated from seed sown in spring or division of established clumps.

Where to Find Phymaspermum pubescens

Phymaspermum pubescens can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in Italy, France, Spain, and Greece.

Phymaspermum pubescens FAQ

What is the growth habit of Phymaspermum pubescens?

Phymaspermum pubescens is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall.

What is the natural habitat of Phymaspermum pubescens?

Phymaspermum pubescens is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas.

What is the flowering period of Phymaspermum pubescens?

Phymaspermum pubescens flowers from late spring to early summer.

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-44219: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.