Pterocaulon lanatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanatum
ID:
46368
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuntze
Source:
gcc
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 3[3]: 169 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045697
Common Names
- Pterocaulon lanatum
- Lanceleaf Pterocaulon
- Lanceleaf False Buttonweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Pterocaulon hassleri Chodat [unknown]
Description
Pterocaulon lanatum (also called Woolly Pterocaulon, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Americas. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has small, white flowers. It is found in open grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Pterocaulon lanatum is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a food flavoring.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pterocaulon lanatum has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with light green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pterocaulon lanatum can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Pterocaulon lanatum
Pterocaulon lanatum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with rocky soils and sunny climates.
Pterocaulon lanatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterocaulon lanatum?
Pterocaulon lanatum
What is the common name of Pterocaulon lanatum?
Woolly Pterocaulon
What is the family of Pterocaulon lanatum?
Asteraceae
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-144190: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.