Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rech.f.) Grierson
Source:
gcc
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 27: 135 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047220
Common Names
- Psychrogeton aellenii
- Aellen's Psychrogeton
- Psychrogeton Aellenii
Synonyms
- Erigeron aellenii Rech.f. [unknown]
Description
Psychrogeton aellenii (also called Aellen's psychrogeton, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Psychrogeton aellenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psychrogeton aellenii has small yellow flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychrogeton aellenii is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Psychrogeton aellenii
Psychrogeton aellenii is found in the mountains of the Swiss Alps.
Psychrogeton aellenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychrogeton aellenii?
Psychrogeton aellenii
What is the common name of Psychrogeton aellenii?
Aellen's Psychrogeton
What is the natural habitat of Psychrogeton aellenii?
Psychrogeton aellenii is found in grasslands, meadows, and open forests
Species in the Psychrogeton genus
Psychrogeton aucheri,
Psychrogeton primuloides,
Psychrogeton khorossanicus,
Psychrogeton persicus,
Psychrogeton adylovii,
Psychrogeton shahrestanicus,
Psychrogeton aellenii,
Psychrogeton cabulicum,
Psychrogeton rotundifolius,
Psychrogeton biramosus,
Psychrogeton poncinsii,
Psychrogeton andryaloides,
Psychrogeton drabiformis,
Psychrogeton amorphoglossus,
Psychrogeton alexeenkoi,
Psychrogeton nigromontanus,
Psychrogeton olgae,
Psychrogeton chionophilus,
Psychrogeton lumbricoides,
Psychrogeton sphaeroxylus,
Psychrogeton brachyspermus,
Psychrogeton pseudoerigeron,
Psychrogeton nabidshonii,
Psychrogeton candidissimus,
Psychrogeton chitralicus,
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,