Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gracillimus
ID:
140058

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wagenitz) Wagenitz

Source:
gcc

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 30(1): 34 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139387



Common Names

  • Psephellus gracillimus
  • Graceful Psephellus
  • Graceful Wormwood


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Description

Psephellus gracillimus (also called Psephellus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Middle East. It has small, ovate leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Psephellus gracillimus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psephellus gracillimus is a small yellow flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psephellus gracillimus is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Psephellus gracillimus

Psephellus gracillimus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Greece, Turkey, and Cyprus.

Psephellus gracillimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psephellus gracillimus?

Psephellus gracillimus

What type of plant is Psephellus gracillimus?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Psephellus gracillimus native to?

Mexico

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-99986: Based on the initial data import
Gerhard Wagenitz (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagenitz' in the authors string.