Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
declinatus
ID:
77415

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Koch

Source:
gcc

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 24: 438 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076744



Common Names

  • Fuzzy Daisy
  • Fuzzy Groundsel
  • Fuzzy Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea declinata M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Centaurea sibirica Willd. ex Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Centaurea cineraria Pall. [unknown]

Description

Psephellus declinatus (also called Slender Hawksbeard, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It has lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psephellus declinatus is used as a medicinal plant and as a source of food. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psephellus declinatus has yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psephellus declinatus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.

Where to Find Psephellus declinatus

Psephellus declinatus is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Psephellus declinatus FAQ

What are the common uses of Psephellus declinatus?

Psephellus declinatus is commonly used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source.

What is the growth habit of Psephellus declinatus?

Psephellus declinatus is an annual herb that grows to a height of up to 1 meter.

What is the optimal temperature for Psephellus declinatus?

Psephellus declinatus prefers warm temperatures between 18-25°C.

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-3339: Based on the initial data import
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.