Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
holophyllus
ID:
136406

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Soczava & Lipatova) Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 35(2): 237 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135735



Common Names

  • Psephellus
  • Holophyllus Psephellus
  • Holophyllus


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea holophylla Soczava & Lipatova [unknown]
  • Centaurea holophylla Sosn. [unknown]

Description

Psephellus holophyllus (also called whole-leaved pseudephemerum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky slopes, grasslands, and other areas with dry soils.

Uses & Benefits

Psephellus holophyllus is used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psephellus holophyllus is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psephellus holophyllus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in a variety of soils, including clay, loam, and sand. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. Once established, it can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Psephellus holophyllus

Psephellus holophyllus is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in the wild in the region.

Psephellus holophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psephellus holophyllus?

Psephellus holophyllus

What is the common name of Psephellus holophyllus?

Whole-leaved psephellus

What is the natural habitat of Psephellus holophyllus?

It is found in dry, sandy soils in the Caucasus region

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-96473: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Víctor B. Sochava (1905-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soczava' in the authors string.
V.V. Lipatova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lipatova' in the authors string.