Status:
valid
Authors:
Dunlop
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Journal of the Adelaide Botanic Gardens 14(1) 1991
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096079
Common Names
- Climbing Cudweed
- Fasciculate Cudweed
- Mountain Cudweed
Description
Pleurocarpaea fasciculata (also called 'Fasciculate Pleurocarpaea', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas and is tolerant of drought.
Uses & Benefits
Pleurocarpaea fasciculata is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant plant that is often used as a ground cover or in landscaping. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pleurocarpaea fasciculata is a small yellow flower head, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a length of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow, grass-like leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pleurocarpaea fasciculata is a perennial plant native to the southwestern United States. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a potting mix and kept moist until they root.
Where to Find Pleurocarpaea fasciculata
Pleurocarpaea fasciculata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas and on cliffs.
Pleurocarpaea fasciculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pleurocarpaea fasciculata?
Pleurocarpaea fasciculata
What is the family of Pleurocarpaea fasciculata?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Pleurocarpaea fasciculata?
Clustered Fleabane
Species in the Pleurocarpaea 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,