Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
88600

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 273 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087929



Common Names

  • Podotheca
  • Angustifolia
  • Podotheca Angustifolia


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Synonyms

  • Phaenopoda angustifolia Cass. [unknown]
  • Podosperma angustifolium Labill. [unknown]

Description

Podotheca angustifolia (also called Podotheca angustifolia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, leathery leaves and white flowers. It grows in rocky areas and dry scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Podotheca angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Podotheca angustifolia has small, white flowers, small, oval seeds and seedlings with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podotheca angustifolia is a perennial plant native to Australia. It is easy to grow and propagate from cuttings. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by taking semi-ripe cuttings in summer. It can also be propagated by seed, although this is not always reliable.

Where to Find Podotheca angustifolia

Podotheca angustifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.

Podotheca angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podotheca angustifolia?

Podotheca angustifolia

What is the common name of Podotheca angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved podotheca

What is the natural habitat of Podotheca angustifolia?

Dry, open woods and fields

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,