Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
winkleri
ID:
65757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Iljin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 7: 52 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065086



Common Names

  • Polytaxis
  • Winkleri
  • Polytaxis winkleri


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Description

Polytaxis winkleri (also called Winkler's Polytaxis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, grey-green leaves and white flowers that appear in the summer. It is found in dry, rocky slopes, scrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Polytaxis winkleri is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Caucasus, Turkey, and Iran. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polytaxis winkleri is white and tubular with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polytaxis winkleri is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage fresh growth in spring.

Where to Find Polytaxis winkleri

Polytaxis winkleri is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Polytaxis winkleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polytaxis winkleri?

Polytaxis winkleri

What is the common name of Polytaxis winkleri?

Winkler's polytaxis

What is the natural habitat of Polytaxis winkleri?

Dry, rocky hillsides and slopes

Species in the Polytaxis genus

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,

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