Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
albispina
ID:
115807

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bunge) Iljin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 38: 73 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115136



Common Names

  • Schischkinia albispina
  • White-haired Schischkinia
  • Alpine Schischkinia


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Synonyms

  • Oligochaeta leucosmerinx Rech.f. & Köie [unknown]
  • Oligochaeta albispina Briq. [unknown]
  • Centaurea albispina B.Fedtsch. [unknown]
  • Microlonchus albispinus Bunge [unknown]

Description

Schischkinia albispina (also called White-spined Schischkinia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single white flower head. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Schischkinia albispina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat headaches and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schischkinia albispina is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower with 5 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schischkinia albispina is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can tolerate some drought but will need supplemental watering during dry spells. It is best to divide the plants every 3-4 years to keep them healthy and vigorous.

Where to Find Schischkinia albispina

Schischkinia albispina is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky soils in scrub and grassland habitats.

Schischkinia albispina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schischkinia albispina?

Schischkinia albispina

What is the common name of Schischkinia albispina?

White-spined Schischkinia

What is the natural habitat of Schischkinia albispina?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides in the southwestern United States

Species in the Schischkinia genus

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-76608: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
Modest Mikhailovich Ilyin (1889-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iljin' in the authors string.