Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sphacelatum
ID:
62355

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Labill.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex F.Muell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Syst. Census Austral. Pl. : 79 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061684



Common Names

  • Pterocaulon
  • Sphacelate Pterocaulon
  • Pterocaulon sphacelatum


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Synonyms

  • Monenteles sphacelatus Labill. [unknown]
  • Monenteles tomentosus Sch.Bip. ex Miq. [deprecated]

Description

Pterocaulon sphacelatum (also called black-root, black-root pterocaulon, and many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a slender, branched stem and grows up to 1 meter tall. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocaulon sphacelatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterocaulon sphacelatum is small and yellow. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocaulon sphacelatum is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Pterocaulon sphacelatum

Pterocaulon sphacelatum is native to the dry, rocky areas of the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Pterocaulon sphacelatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocaulon sphacelatum?

Pterocaulon sphacelatum

What type of plant is Pterocaulon sphacelatum?

It is a herb

Where does Pterocaulon sphacelatum grow?

It is native to South America

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-18705: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Jacques Labillardière (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labill.' in the authors string.