Pterocaulon cordobense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordobense
ID:
44536
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuntze
Source:
gcc
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 3[3]: 169 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043865
Common Names
- Pterocaulon cordobense
- Cordoban Pterocaulon
- Cordoban Feather-caul
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pterocaulon cordobense (also called Cordoba pterocaulon, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pterocaulon cordobense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various skin ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pterocaulon cordobense has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pterocaulon cordobense is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Pterocaulon cordobense
Pterocaulon cordobense is native to South America and can be found in dry, sunny areas. It is also found in parts of Central America and the Caribbean.
Pterocaulon cordobense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterocaulon cordobense?
Pterocaulon cordobense
What is the family of Pterocaulon cordobense?
Asteraceae
What is the natural habitat of Pterocaulon cordobense?
Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides
Species in the Pterocaulon genus
Pterocaulon alopecuroides, Pterocaulon redolens, Pterocaulon purpurascens, Pterocaulon angustifolium, Pterocaulon cordobense, Pterocaulon lanatum, Pterocaulon polystachyum, Pterocaulon sphacelatum, Pterocaulon pycnostachyum, Pterocaulon polypterum, Pterocaulon serrulatum, Pterocaulon verbascifolium, Pterocaulon balansae, Pterocaulon niveum, Pterocaulon rugosum, Pterocaulon sphaeranthoides, Pterocaulon lorentzii, Pterocaulon virgatum, Pterocaulon brachyanthum, Pterocaulon ciliosum, Pterocaulon discolor, Pterocaulon intermedium, Pterocaulon paradoxum, Pterocaulon tricholobum, Pterocaulon xenicum,
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-142433: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.