Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spinosus
ID:
95886

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Rydb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Fl. Rocky Mts. 1023, 1069 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095215



Common Names

  • Spinosus Pleiacanthus
  • Spinosus Pleiacanthus Plant
  • Spinosus Pleiacanthus Flower


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Synonyms

  • Lygodesmia spinosa Nutt. [unknown]
  • Lygodesmia spinosa spinosa [unknown]
  • Stephanomeria spinosa (Nutt.) Tomb [unknown]

Description

Pleiacanthus spinosus (also called Spiny-finned Angelfish, among many other common names) is a species of marine ray-finned fish from the family Apogonidae. It is found in the Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea to the Hawaiian Islands, north to the Ryukyu Islands and south to New Caledonia. It is found in coral-rich areas of lagoons and seaward reefs, usually in depths of 3-30 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pleiacanthus spinosus is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being used to treat digestive issues and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleiacanthus spinosus is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleiacanthus spinosus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Pleiacanthus spinosus

Pleiacanthus spinosus can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Pleiacanthus spinosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleiacanthus spinosus?

Pleiacanthus spinosus

What is the common name of Pleiacanthus spinosus?

Spiny Pleiacanthus

What is the natural habitat of Pleiacanthus spinosus?

Pleiacanthus spinosus is native to South Africa and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Species in the Pleiacanthus genus

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-51397: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.