Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orocarpetana
ID:
1321198

Status:
valid

Authors:
Riv.-Guerra

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 34(1): 152 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333652





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Description

Santolina orocarpetana (also called the Orocarpetana Santolina, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Santolina orocarpetana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Santolina orocarpetana has small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two opposite leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Santolina orocarpetana is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -15°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Santolina orocarpetana

Santolina orocarpetana can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Santolina orocarpetana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Santolina orocarpetana?

Santolina orocarpetana

What is the common name of Santolina orocarpetana?

Orocarpetana Santolina

What is the natural habitat of Santolina orocarpetana?

Tropical and subtropical wetlands

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

Aixa O. Rivero-Guerra: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Riv.-Guerra' in the authors string.