Ptilostemon abylense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abylense
ID:
85247
Status:
valid
Authors:
Greuter
Source:
gcc
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084576
Common Names
- Abylense Ptilostemon
- Abylense Plume Thistle
- Abylense Cushion Thistle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ptilostemon abylense (also called Abylensis Star-thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It typically grows in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Ptilostemon abylense is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ptilostemon abylense is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed, about 1 mm in diameter. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few basal leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ptilostemon abylense is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Ptilostemon abylense
Ptilostemon abylense is native to Africa and can be found in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Somalia.
Ptilostemon abylense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptilostemon abylense?
Ptilostemon abylense
What type of plant is Ptilostemon abylense?
It is a shrub.
Where is Ptilostemon abylense found?
It is found in Turkey.
Species in the Ptilostemon genus
Ptilostemon greuteri, Ptilostemon leptophyllus, Ptilostemon strictus, Ptilostemon parisiensis, Ptilostemon stellatus, Ptilostemon abylensis, Ptilostemon karateginii, Ptilostemon niveus, Ptilostemon dyricola, Ptilostemon casabonae, Ptilostemon abylense, Ptilostemon gnaphaloides, Ptilostemon grandei, Ptilostemon echinocephalus, Ptilostemon tauricola, Ptilostemon pabotii, Ptilostemon afer, Ptilostemon hispanicus, Ptilostemon chamaepeuce, Ptilostemon diacantha, Ptilostemon rhiphaeus,
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-41018: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.