Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magonica
ID:
16813

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Bolòs, Molin. & P.Monts.) Romo

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Fl. Silvestres Baleares : 303 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016142



Common Names

  • Santolina Magonica
  • Magon's Lavender Cotton
  • Magon's Cotton


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Description

Santolina magonica (also called Magon's Cotton Lavender, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Santolina magonica is a low-maintenance plant that can be used as a groundcover in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It can also be used to provide habitat for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Santolina magonica sub. magonica
Santolina magonica sub. vedraensis Romo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Santolina magonica is yellow and has a diameter of around 1 cm. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Santolina magonica can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is also tolerant of a wide range of soil pH.

Where to Find Santolina magonica

Santolina magonica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Santolina magonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Santolina magonica?

Santolina magonica

What is the common name of Santolina magonica?

Magon's santolina

What is the natural habitat of Santolina magonica?

It is native to the Mediterranean region

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-115620: Based on the initial data import
Oriol de Bolòs (1924-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Bolòs' in the authors string.
Ángel María Romo (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Romo' in the authors string.
René Molinier (1899-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molin.' in the authors string.
Pedro Montserrat Recoder (1918-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Monts.' in the authors string.