Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melidensis
ID:
19486

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rodr.Oubiña & S.Ortiz) Rodr.Oubiña & S.Ortiz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Cient. Compostel. (Biol.) 8: 299 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018815



Common Names

  • Santolina melidensis
  • Melidensis Santolina
  • Melidensis Cotton Lavender


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Description

Santolina melidensis (also called Melide Lavender Cotton, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Santolina melidensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Santolina melidensis is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Santolina melidensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Santolina melidensis

Santolina melidensis can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Santolina melidensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Santolina melidensis?

Santolina melidensis

What type of plant is Santolina melidensis?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the average height of Santolina melidensis?

30-60 cm

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-118193: Based on the initial data import
Santiago Ortiz Nuñez (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Ortiz' in the authors string.
Juan Rodríguez Oubiña: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rodr.Oubiña' in the authors string.