Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diosmifolia
ID:
78281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brusse

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 60(1-2): 151 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077610



Common Names

  • Pteronia Diosmifolia
  • Silver Pincushion
  • Silver Pincushionbush


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Description

Pteronia diosmifolia (also called Diosmifolia Pteronia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in rocky areas and open grasslands, and has linear-lanceolate leaves and yellow-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pteronia diosmifolia is a plant native to South Africa. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pteronia diosmifolia is a yellow-green head of small, tubular florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteronia diosmifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the mountains of South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Pteronia diosmifolia

Pteronia diosmifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in the Fynbos biome.

Pteronia diosmifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pteronia diosmifolia?

Pteronia diosmifolia

What is the natural habitat of Pteronia diosmifolia?

Grassy slopes, rocky hillsides, and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Pteronia diosmifolia?

Spring and early summer

Species in the Pteronia genus

Pteronia spinulosa, Pteronia centauroides, Pteronia ciliata, Pteronia stricta, Pteronia villosa, Pteronia scariosa, Pteronia paniculata, Pteronia eenii, Pteronia glabrata, Pteronia anisata, Pteronia leucoclada, Pteronia bolusii, Pteronia oppositifolia, Pteronia smutsii, Pteronia utilis, Pteronia aspalatha, Pteronia incana, Pteronia cylindracea, Pteronia acuminata, Pteronia teretifolia, Pteronia mooreiana, Pteronia polygalifolia, Pteronia succulenta, Pteronia hirsuta, Pteronia leptospermoides, Pteronia rangei, Pteronia onobromoides, Pteronia elongata, Pteronia lucilioides, Pteronia punctata, Pteronia tenuifolia, Pteronia camphorata, Pteronia acuta, Pteronia ovalifolia, Pteronia inflexa, Pteronia mucronata, Pteronia viscosa, Pteronia glauca, Pteronia polygalifolia, Pteronia glomerata, Pteronia pillansii, Pteronia diosmifolia, Pteronia uncinata, Pteronia intermedia, Pteronia tricephala, Pteronia hutchinsoniana, Pteronia cinerea, Pteronia stoehelinoides, Pteronia membranacea, Pteronia ambrariifolia,

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,

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