Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
reflexa
ID:
129715

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 56: 173 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129044



Common Names

  • Polyarrhena reflexa
  • Cushion Moss
  • Cushion Star Moss


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Description

Polyarrhena reflexa (also called Reflexed Polyarrhena, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Polyarrhena reflexa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Polyarrhena reflexa sub. reflexa
Polyarrhena reflexa sub. brachyphylla (Sond. ex Harv.) Grau

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polyarrhena reflexa is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark-brown nutlet. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyarrhena reflexa is a perennial herb native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate drought and poor soils.

Where to Find Polyarrhena reflexa

Polyarrhena reflexa is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes. It can be found in France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Greece.

Polyarrhena reflexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyarrhena reflexa?

Polyarrhena reflexa

What type of plant is Polyarrhena reflexa?

A perennial herb

Where is Polyarrhena reflexa native to?

North America

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-89992: Based on the initial data import
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.