Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
radicosum
ID:
76136

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Gemeinholzer & Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 36(2): 715 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075465



Common Names

  • Toothed Podospermum
  • Radicose Podospermum
  • Toothed-leaved Podospermum


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Synonyms

  • Scorzonera radicosa Boiss. [unknown]
  • Scorzonera cana radicosa (Boiss.) D.F.Chamb. [unknown]

Description

Podospermum radicosum (also called Radicose Podospermum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a yellow flower head. It grows in dry, rocky soils and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Podospermum radicosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Podospermum radicosum are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podospermum radicosum is a perennial plant that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. It can be propagated from seed or from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Podospermum radicosum

Podospermum radicosum is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Podospermum radicosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podospermum radicosum?

Podospermum radicosum

What type of plant is Podospermum radicosum?

It is an evergreen shrub

Where is Podospermum radicosum found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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-3215: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Birgit Gemeinholzer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gemeinholzer' in the authors string.