Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
thymelaeoides
ID:
1408500

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


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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.

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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 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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
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.