Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
44956

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 363 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044285



Common Names

  • Pteronia tenuifolia
  • Slender Pteronia
  • Tenuifolia Pteronia


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Synonyms

  • Pteronia elegans Sch.Bip. ex Walp. [unknown]

Description

Pteronia tenuifolia (also called Pteronia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Western Cape of South Africa. It has small, white flowers and narrow, grey-green leaves. It grows in sandy, rocky soils and is often found in scrubland and heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Pteronia tenuifolia is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and pollinators to the garden. The plant is also known for its drought tolerance and ability to tolerate poor soil conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pteronia tenuifolia is a bright yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteronia tenuifolia is a low-growing, perennial native to the Mediterranean. It is adapted to dry, sunny sites and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pteronia tenuifolia

Pteronia tenuifolia can be found in South Africa. It is a common plant found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Pteronia tenuifolia FAQ

What are the common names of Pteronia tenuifolia?

Common names of Pteronia tenuifolia include Slender-Leaved Pteronia and Slender-Leaved Pteronia-Sunray

What is the habitat of Pteronia tenuifolia?

Pteronia tenuifolia is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open areas such as meadows, prairies, and roadsides.

What are the blooming times of Pteronia tenuifolia?

Pteronia tenuifolia typically blooms from April to June.

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,