Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
gcc
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 16 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132327
Common Names
- Podocoma regnellii
- Regnell's Podocoma
- Regnell's Podocoma
Description
Podocoma regnellii (also called Regnell's Podocoma, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm and grows in grasslands, meadows, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Podocoma regnellii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak. It is also used for its medicinal properties, which include treating skin conditions, digestive problems, and respiratory issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Podocoma regnellii is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Podocoma regnellii is a perennial herb that is native to Brazil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they are well established.
Where to Find Podocoma regnellii
Podocoma regnellii is native to South America and can be found in dry, sandy soils.
Podocoma regnellii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Podocoma regnellii?
Podocoma regnellii
What is the common name of Podocoma regnellii?
Regnell's podocoma
What type of plant is Podocoma regnellii?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Podocoma 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,