Status:
valid
Authors:
Beauverd
Source:
gcc
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Genève , sér. 2, 2: 229 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024624
Common Names
- Subulate Psychrophyton
- Subulate-leaved Psychrophyton
- Subulate-leaved Wormseed
Description
Psychrophyton subulatum (also called Needle-leaved psychrophyton, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has an erect stem, with lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is commonly found in moist, open areas, such as meadows and alpine regions.
Uses & Benefits
Psychrophyton subulatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and stomach disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psychrophyton subulatum has small, white, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychrophyton subulatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Psychrophyton subulatum
Psychrophyton subulatum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in areas with rocky soils and dry climates.
Psychrophyton subulatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychrophyton subulatum?
Psychrophyton subulatum
What is the common name of Psychrophyton subulatum?
Subulate Moss
What is the natural habitat of Psychrophyton subulatum?
Psychrophyton subulatum is found in moist, shady places
Species in the Psychrophyton genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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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,