Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
kemulariae
ID:
29359

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kharadze

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Zametki Sist. Geogr. Rast. 29: 61 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028688



Common Names

  • Kemularia's Psephellus
  • Kemularia's Ragwort
  • Kemularia's Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea kemulariae (Kharadze) Czerep. [unknown]

Description

Psephellus kemulariae (also called Kemular's fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States, growing in dry, rocky, and sandy habitats. It has a basal rosette of lobed leaves and a stem with a few leaves. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are achenes.

Uses & Benefits

Psephellus kemulariae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psephellus kemulariae is yellow, with a yellow center disc and yellow ray florets. The seed is small, dark brown and slightly curved. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psephellus kemulariae is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is easily propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate space between plants. The plant can also be propagated by division in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain its vigor.

Where to Find Psephellus kemulariae

Psephellus kemulariae is native to Turkey and can be found in the Taurus mountains.

Psephellus kemulariae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psephellus kemulariae?

Psephellus kemulariae

What is the common name of Psephellus kemulariae?

Kemular's Psephellus

What is the natural habitat of Psephellus kemulariae?

Dry, rocky slopes and cliffs

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