Porophyllum lindenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lindenii
ID:
47401
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sch.Bip.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Bot. Voy. Herald 7-8: 308 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046730
Common Names
- Porophyllum lindenii
- Linden's Porophyllum
- Rattlesnake Weed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Porophyllum lindenii (also called Linden's thistle, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem that grows up to 1.2 m tall, and is covered in spines and white hairs. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Porophyllum lindenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and abdominal pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Porophyllum lindenii is a bright yellow color. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Porophyllum lindenii is a perennial herbaceous plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in early spring. Division of the rootstock can also be done in the spring.
Where to Find Porophyllum lindenii
Porophyllum lindenii is native to South America and can be found in dry, sandy areas.
Porophyllum lindenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Porophyllum lindenii?
Porophyllum lindenii
What is the family of Porophyllum lindenii?
Asteraceae
What is the distribution of Porophyllum lindenii?
Central America
Species in the Porophyllum genus
Porophyllum viridiflorum, Porophyllum lanceolatum, Porophyllum angustissimum, Porophyllum scoparium, Porophyllum calcicola, Porophyllum ruderale, Porophyllum maritimum, Porophyllum tarapacanum, Porophyllum pausodynum, Porophyllum cabrerae, Porophyllum angustissimum, Porophyllum leiocarpum, Porophyllum lindenii, Porophyllum warnockii, Porophyllum pringlei, Porophyllum greggii, Porophyllum obscurum, Porophyllum hasslerianum, Porophyllum amplexicaule, Porophyllum filiforme, Porophyllum bahiense, Porophyllum coloratum, Porophyllum punctatum, Porophyllum linaria, Porophyllum pygmaeum, Porophyllum zimapanum, Porophyllum tagetoides, Porophyllum oppositifolium, Porophyllum nelsonii, Porophyllum gracile, Porophyllum spathulatum,
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-145188: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.