Pteronia leucoclada - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucoclada
ID:
14252
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 24(II): 65 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013581
Common Names
- White-flowered Pteronia
- White-flowered Pteronia Aster
- White-flowered Pteronia Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pteronia leucoclada (also called White-flowered Pteronia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Pteronia leucoclada is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive, daisy-like flowers. It is also used in gardens and parks for its drought-tolerant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pteronia leucoclada has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pteronia leucoclada is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is an aggressive grower and can spread rapidly, so it is best to keep it in a contained area.
Where to Find Pteronia leucoclada
Pteronia leucoclada can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Pteronia leucoclada FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pteronia leucoclada?
Pteronia leucoclada
What is the common name of Pteronia leucoclada?
White-flowered Pteronia
What is the natural habitat of Pteronia leucoclada?
It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky places in the Mediterranean region
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-113131: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.