Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
roseum
ID:
88156

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Waldst. & Kit.) Gemeinholzer & Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087485



Common Names

  • Rose Podospermum
  • Rose-Fruited Podospermum
  • Rose-Fruited Dittany


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Description

Podospermum roseum (also called 'Pink Podospermum', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is characterized by its pink flower heads and deeply lobed leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Podospermum roseum has been used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as a flavoring agent, and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Podospermum roseum sub. peristericum (Formánek) Gemeinholzer & Greuter
Podospermum roseum sub. roseum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Podospermum roseum is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedling has a single stem with a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podospermum roseum is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by sowing seeds in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Podospermum roseum

Podospermum roseum is native to Asia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Podospermum roseum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podospermum roseum?

Podospermum roseum

What is the family of Podospermum roseum?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Podospermum roseum?

Grassland, meadows, and scrubland

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-43845: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Franz de Paula Adam von Waldstein (1759-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Waldst.' in the authors string.
Pál Kitaibel (1757-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit.' in the authors string.
Birgit Gemeinholzer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gemeinholzer' in the authors string.