Status:
valid
Authors:
Grierson
Source:
gcc
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 27: 118 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000057672
Common Names
- Psychrogeton Rotundifolius
- Round-leaved Psychrogeton
- Round-leaved Water-starwort
Description
Psychrogeton rotundifolius (also called Round-leaved Cottonweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and North Africa. It grows in open grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Psychrogeton rotundifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psychrogeton rotundifolius is a white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, grayish-brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychrogeton rotundifolius is a perennial plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Psychrogeton rotundifolius
Psychrogeton rotundifolius can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Psychrogeton rotundifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychrogeton rotundifolius?
Psychrogeton rotundifolius
What is the common name of Psychrogeton rotundifolius?
Round-leaved Psychrogeton
What type of plant is Psychrogeton rotundifolius?
Herbaceous perennial
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,