Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glomerata
ID:
68753

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 356 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068082



Common Names

  • Pteronia glomerata
  • Clustered Pteronia
  • Clustered Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Scepinia lepidophylla Cass. [unknown]
  • Pteronia microphylla DC. [unknown]

Description

Pteronia glomerata (also called Glomerate Pteronia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to a height of 10-50 cm and has oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pteronia glomerata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteronia glomerata has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single style. The seeds are small, brown, and globose. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteronia glomerata is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months. Fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Pteronia glomerata

Pteronia glomerata can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.

Pteronia glomerata FAQ

What type of plant is Pteronia glomerata?

Pteronia glomerata is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.

Where is Pteronia glomerata found?

Pteronia glomerata is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

What are the characteristics of Pteronia glomerata?

Pteronia glomerata is a perennial herb with an erect stem, reaching heights of up to 60 cm. Its leaves are finely divided and its flowers are small and yellow.

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