Status:
valid
Authors:
Lag.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1816
Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Pl. : 25 (1816)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026233
Common Names
- Pectinata Santolina
- Santolina Pectinata
- Pectinata Santolina
Synonyms
- Santolina rosmarinifolia fruticosa Maire [unknown]
- Santolina rosmarinifolia subclausa (H.Lindb.) Jahand. & Maire [unknown]
- Santolina rosmarinifolia leptocephala (Webb) Pau & Font Quer [unknown]
- Santolina chamaecyparissus pectinata (Lag.) Bonnier & Layens [unknown]
- Santolina rosmarinifolia pharaonis Maire [unknown]
- Santolina rosmarinifolia canescens (Lag.) Nyman [unknown]
- Santolina rosmarinifolia pectinata (Lag.) Maire [unknown]
Description
Santolina pectinata (also called Cotton Lavender, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils and is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Santolina pectinata is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its drought-tolerance. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin infections, and as an insect repellent.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Santolina pectinata sub. pectinata
Santolina pectinata sub. montiberica Riv.-Guerra
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Santolina pectinata is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Santolina pectinata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -30°C (-22°F).
Where to Find Santolina pectinata
Santolina pectinata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece. It is also cultivated in gardens and nurseries.
Santolina pectinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Santolina pectinata?
Santolina pectinata
What type of plant is Santolina pectinata?
A perennial herb
Where does Santolina pectinata grow?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
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,