Status:
valid
Authors:
(Maire) Greuter
Source:
gcc
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Boissiera 22: 137 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044357
Common Names
- Ptilostemon abylensis
- Abylensis Ptilostemon
- Abylensis Ptilostemon
Synonyms
- Lamyra abylensis (Pau & Font Quer) Soják [unknown]
- Cirsium casabonae abylense Maire [unknown]
- Chamaepeuce abylensis Pau & Font Quer [unknown]
Description
Ptilostemon abylensis (also called Abyle's Star-thistle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky hillsides, meadows, and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Ptilostemon abylensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ptilostemon abylensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ptilostemon abylensis is a perennial plant native to Central Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings in summer.
Where to Find Ptilostemon abylensis
Ptilostemon abylensis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky, dry areas such as hillsides and cliffs.
Ptilostemon abylensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptilostemon abylensis?
Ptilostemon abylensis
What is the common name of Ptilostemon abylensis?
Abyl's Starwort
What is the habitat of Ptilostemon abylensis?
Dry, rocky slopes and meadows
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,