Pteronia glaucescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaucescens
ID:
121516
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 357 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120845
Common Names
- Pteronia glaucescens
- Glaucous Pteronia
- Grey Pteronia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pteronia glaucescens (also called Blue-green Pteronia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb, growing up to 50 cm tall. It is native to South Africa, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and steppes. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Pteronia glaucescens is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pteronia glaucescens has yellow flower heads and small, black seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pteronia glaucescens is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. The seed should be sown in early spring or late autumn and the seedlings should be thinned to allow for adequate spacing.
Where to Find Pteronia glaucescens
Pteronia glaucescens is found in the Mediterranean region, especially in Greece and Turkey.
Pteronia glaucescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pteronia glaucescens?
Pteronia glaucescens
What are the common names of Pteronia glaucescens?
Pteronia and Pteronia Glaucescens
What is the habitat of Pteronia glaucescens?
It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-82084: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.