Status:
valid
Authors:
(Albov) Mikheev
Source:
gcc
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Konspekt Fl. Kavkaza 3(1): 289 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065742
Common Names
- Adjarian hawk's-beard
- Adjarian hawkweed
- Adjarian mouse-ear
Description
Psephellus adjaricus (also called Adjarian Psephellus, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant of the family Asteraceae. It is native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia, and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has small yellow flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Psephellus adjaricus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for medicinal purposes such as treating fever, coughs, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psephellus adjaricus is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings are small, green, and spiny.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psephellus adjaricus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Psephellus adjaricus
Psephellus adjaricus is native to the Caucasus region. It can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Psephellus adjaricus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psephellus adjaricus?
Psephellus adjaricus
What is the natural habitat of Psephellus adjaricus?
Psephellus adjaricus is native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia.
What is the flowering period of Psephellus adjaricus?
The flowering period of Psephellus adjaricus is from April to June.
Species in the Psephellus genus
Psephellus pergamaceus,
Psephellus alexeenkoi,
Psephellus integrifolius,
Psephellus debedicus,
Psephellus bellus,
Psephellus simplicicaulis,
Psephellus maleevii,
Psephellus congestus,
Psephellus daghestanicus,
Psephellus holtzii,
Psephellus pulcherrimus,
Psephellus aucherianus,
Psephellus galactochroa,
Psephellus brevifimbriatus,
Psephellus marschallianus,
Psephellus bornmuelleri,
Psephellus iljinii,
Psephellus dittrichii,
Psephellus popovae,
Psephellus somcheticus,
Psephellus araxinus,
Psephellus kemulariae,
Psephellus xeranthemoides,
Psephellus woronowii,
Psephellus straminicephalus,
Psephellus schischkinii,
Psephellus kobstanicus,
Psephellus transcaucasicus,
Psephellus yildizii,
Psephellus goeksunensis,
Psephellus xanthocephalus,
Psephellus pambakensis,
Psephellus schistosus,
Psephellus freynii,
Psephellus leuzeoides,
Psephellus circassicus,
Psephellus kopet-daghensis,
Psephellus gamidii,
Psephellus phaeopappoides,
Psephellus boissieri,
Psephellus trinervius,
Psephellus czerepanovii,
Psephellus barbeyi,
Psephellus manakyanii,
Psephellus carbonatus,
Psephellus fajvuschii,
Psephellus arpensis,
Psephellus ciscaucasicus,
Psephellus annae,
Psephellus paucilobus,
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,