Picris asplenioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asplenioides
ID:
25512
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 793 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024841
Common Names
- Picris asplenioides
- Picris
- Asplenioides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Picris asplenioides (also called Spleenwort Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas, as well as in disturbed areas such as roadsides and gardens.
Uses & Benefits
Picris asplenioides is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Picris asplenioides sub. saharae (Coss. & Kralik) DobignardPicris asplenioides sub. asplenioides
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Picris asplenioides has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Picris asplenioides is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant compact and to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Picris asplenioides
Picris asplenioides is native to Europe and can be found growing in open, sunny areas such as grasslands and meadows.
Picris asplenioides FAQ
What type of plant is Picris asplenioides?
It is a perennial herb
Where is Picris asplenioides native to?
It is native to Europe
What is the scientific name of Picris asplenioides?
Picris asplenioides
Species in the Picris genus
Picris junnanensis, Picris barbarorum, Picris scaberrima, Picris hieracioides, Picris evae, Picris campylocarpa, Picris conyzoides, Picris strigosa, Picris xylopoda, Picris davurica, Picris willkommii, Picris divaricata, Picris scabra, Picris ohwiana, Picris eichleri, Picris manginiana, Picris babylonica, Picris asplenioides, Picris rivularis, Picris cupuligera, Picris comosa, Picris galilaea, Picris wagenitzii, Picris sinuata, Picris albida, Picris cyrenaica, Picris burbidgeae, Picris davurica, Picris drummondii, Picris junnanensis, Picris hispidissima, Picris kotschyi, Picris hispanica, Picris rhagadioloides, Picris morrisonensis, Picris sulphurea, Picris nuristanica, Picris olympica, Picris angustifolia, Picris compacta, Picris bracteatus, Picris longirostris, Picris hieracioides, Picris amalecitana, Picris cyanocarpa, Picris cyprica, Picris squarrosa, Picris humilis, Picris pauciflora, Picris helminthioides,
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-124: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.