Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hispanicus
ID:
132742

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Boissiera xiii. 146 (1967), in adnot.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132071



Common Names

  • Spanish Plume
  • Spanish Feather
  • Plume Flower


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Description

Ptilostemon hispanicus (also called Spanish ptilostemon, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in dry open woods, meadows, and rocky slopes. Its leaves are alternate, pinnately divided, and its flowers are yellow and daisy-like.

Uses & Benefits

Ptilostemon hispanicus is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions, which are believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ptilostemon hispanicus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm, and the seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ptilostemon hispanicus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be divided in spring or fall.

Where to Find Ptilostemon hispanicus

Ptilostemon hispanicus is native to Spain and Portugal. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and is often found in gardens.

Ptilostemon hispanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ptilostemon hispanicus?

Ptilostemon hispanicus

What is the common name of Ptilostemon hispanicus?

Hispanicus Ptilostemon

What is the natural habitat of Ptilostemon hispanicus?

Ptilostemon hispanicus is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey

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-92921: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.