Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neapolitana
ID:
122516

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jord. & Fourr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Icon. Fl. Eur. 2: 10 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121845



Common Names

  • Neapolitan Santolina
  • Neapolitan Cotton Lavender
  • Neapolitan Cottonrose


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Synonyms

  • Santolina pinnata neapolitana (Jord. & Fourr.) Guinea ex C.Jeffrey [unknown]

Description

Santolina neapolitana (also called Cotton Lavender, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Santolina neapolitana is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Santolina neapolitana has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Santolina neapolitana is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Santolina neapolitana

Santolina neapolitana is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

Santolina neapolitana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Santolina neapolitana?

Santolina neapolitana

What is the common name of Santolina neapolitana?

Neapolitan Santolina

What is the natural habitat of Santolina neapolitana?

Grassy and rocky slopes

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-83047: Based on the initial data import
Claude Thomas Alexis Jordan (1814-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jord.' in the authors string.
Jules Pierre Fourreau (1844-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fourr.' in the authors string.