Status:
valid
Authors:
Asso
Source:
gcc
Year:
1784
Citation Micro:
Intr. Oryctogr. Aragon 179. 1784
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004224
Common Names
- Ageratifolia Santolina
- Santolina ageratifolia
- Ageratifolia Cotton Lavender
Description
Santolina ageratifolia (also called 'Ageratifolia santolina', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Europe, specifically the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Santolina ageratifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Santolina ageratifolia is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Santolina ageratifolia is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and the cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.
Where to Find Santolina ageratifolia
Santolina ageratifolia can be found in dry, sunny areas in the Mediterranean region, as well as in parts of the United States and Canada.
Santolina ageratifolia FAQ
What is the best soil type for Santolina ageratifolia?
Santolina ageratifolia prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.
How much sunlight does Santolina ageratifolia need?
Santolina ageratifolia needs full sun to partial shade.
How often should Santolina ageratifolia be watered?
Santolina ageratifolia should be watered regularly during the growing season, but should not be overwatered.
Species in the Santolina genus
Santolina ligustica,
Santolina ageratifolia,
Santolina villosa,
Santolina insularis,
Santolina virens,
Santolina rosmarinifolia,
Santolina magonica,
Santolina melidensis,
Santolina africana,
Santolina pectinata,
Santolina etrusca,
Santolina decumbens,
Santolina tincloria,
Santolina pinnata,
Santolina semidentata,
Santolina canescens,
Santolina chamaecyparissus,
Santolina elegans,
Santolina viscosa,
Santolina elegans,
Santolina corsica,
Santolina impressa,
Santolina neapolitana,
Santolina oblongifolia,
Santolina benthamiana,
Santolina orocarpetana,
Santolina vedranensis,
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,