Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tenellus
ID:
121812

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Trans. Amer. Philos. Soc. , ser. 2, 7: 341 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121141



Common Names

  • Slender Hawksbeard
  • Hawkweed
  • Psilocarphus


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Synonyms

  • Micropus tenellus Walp. [unknown]

Description

Psilocarphus tenellus (also called 'Slender Woolyhead', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has small yellow flowers and grows in sunny, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psilocarphus tenellus is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psilocarphus tenellus var. globiferus (Bertero ex DC.) Morefield

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psilocarphus tenellus is a small yellow head with a white center. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psilocarphus tenellus is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Psilocarphus tenellus

Psilocarphus tenellus is found in dry, open grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas in western North America.

Psilocarphus tenellus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psilocarphus tenellus?

Psilocarphus tenellus

What is the common name of Psilocarphus tenellus?

Slender-leaved Bristlegrass

What is the family of Psilocarphus tenellus?

Poaceae

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-82373: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.