Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Magee & Ruiters
Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 439. 2016
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420964
Common Names
- Phymaspermum thymelaeoides
- Thyme-leaved Phymaspermum
- Phymaspermum
Description
Phymaspermum thymelaeoides (also called Thyme-Leaved Phymaspermum, among many other common names) is an erect, woody shrub with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grassland and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Phymaspermum thymelaeoides is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phymaspermum thymelaeoides has yellow, daisy-like flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phymaspermum thymelaeoides is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a neat shape and to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Phymaspermum thymelaeoides
Phymaspermum thymelaeoides can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.
Phymaspermum thymelaeoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phymaspermum thymelaeoides?
Phymaspermum thymelaeoides
What are the common names of Phymaspermum thymelaeoides?
Thyme-leaved Phymaspermum
What is the natural habitat of Phymaspermum thymelaeoides?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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
Anthony R. Magee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magee' in the authors string.
Ashton K. Ruiters: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiters' in the authors string.