Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
atropatanus
ID:
126504

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Grossh.) Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(1): 59 (2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125833



Common Names

  • Atropatanus
  • Psephellus
  • Tall Wormwood


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Synonyms

  • Xanthopsis atropatana (Grossh.) Soják [unknown]
  • Centaurea atropatana (Grossh.) Tzvelev [unknown]
  • Amblyopogon atropatanus Grossh. [unknown]

Description

Psephellus atropatanus (also called Wormwood, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It has a woody stem and small yellow flowers. It is found in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psephellus atropatanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make herbal teas which are believed to have calming and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psephellus atropatanus has yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psephellus atropatanus is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two to three weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Psephellus atropatanus

Psephellus atropatanus can be found in the Caucasus region of Eurasia.

Psephellus atropatanus FAQ

What are the common names of Psephellus atropatanus?

Psephellus atropatanus is commonly known as Atropatene Cudweed.

What are the characteristics of Psephellus atropatanus?

Psephellus atropatanus is an annual herb with a branched stem and alternate leaves. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are achenes with a white pappus.

What is the habitat of Psephellus atropatanus?

Psephellus atropatanus is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-86895: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Aleksandr Grossheim (1888-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grossh.' in the authors string.