Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Mem. Amer. Acad. Arts , ser. 2, 4(1): 71 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132672
Common Names
- Psilactis asteroides
- Star-like Psilactis
- Star-shaped Psilactis
Synonyms
- Aster boltoniae Greene [unknown]
- Psilactis leptos Shinners [unknown]
- Machaeranthera boltoniae (Greene) B.L.Turner & D.B.Horne [unknown]
Description
Psilactis asteroides (also called starry psilactis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a single stem with alternate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open areas such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Psilactis asteroides is a plant that is used in traditional medicine to treat inflammation, fever, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Psilactis asteroides are small, yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psilactis asteroides is a perennial plant that grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It can be propagated from seed, division, or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Psilactis asteroides
Psilactis asteroides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Psilactis asteroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psilactis asteroides?
Psilactis asteroides
What is the common name of Psilactis asteroides?
Star-flowered Psilactis
What is the family of Psilactis asteroides?
Asteraceae
Species in the Psilactis genus
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,