Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 50: 387. 1982
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031488
Common Names
- Shining Prolobus
- Nitidulus Prolobus
- Prolobus nitidulus
Description
Prolobus nitidulus (also called Shining Prolobus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and yellow flower heads that are arranged in a flat-topped inflorescence. It is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Prolobus nitidulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Prolobus nitidulus has small, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are followed by small, brown, spiny seed heads. The seedlings are small, green, and have a rosette-like shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Prolobus nitidulus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly. It can be divided in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Prolobus nitidulus
Prolobus nitidulus can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.
Prolobus nitidulus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prolobus nitidulus?
Prolobus nitidulus
What is the common name of Prolobus nitidulus?
Shiny Prolobus
What is the natural habitat of Prolobus nitidulus?
Prolobus nitidulus is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Prolobus 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,