Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Fl. Atacam. : 28 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080870
Common Names
- Silver Daisy-bush
- Silver Daisy
- Polyachyrus
Synonyms
- Polyachyrus latifolius Phil. [unknown]
- Polyachyrus foliosus Phil. [unknown]
- Polyachyrus rigidus I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
- Polyachyrus glabratus Phil. [unknown]
Description
Polyachyrus carduoides (also called Thistle-leaved Polyachyrus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Polyachyrus carduoides is a small shrub with yellow flowers that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat coughs and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Polyachyrus carduoides has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a head-like structure. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Polyachyrus carduoides is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun. Propagation is best done through seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division should be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Polyachyrus carduoides
Polyachyrus carduoides is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands. It can be found in countries such as Spain, France, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.
Polyachyrus carduoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polyachyrus carduoides?
Polyachyrus carduoides
What type of plant is Polyachyrus carduoides?
It is an annual herb
Where is Polyachyrus carduoides found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Polyachyrus genus
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Abrotanella emarginata,
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Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
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Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
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Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
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Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
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Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,