Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Fenzl ex Harv.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 3: 169 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127048
Common Names
- Crataegifolium Schistostephium
- Schistostephium crataegifolium
- Crataegifolium Schistostephium
Synonyms
- Tanacetum consanguineum DC. [unknown]
- Schistostephium villosum Hutch. [unknown]
- Tanacetum crataegifolium DC. [unknown]
- Schistostephium microcephalum Baker [unknown]
Description
Schistostephium crataegifolium (also called 'Crataegifolium', 'Crataegifolium-daisy' and 'Crataegifolium-daisy-daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, linear leaves and yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is commonly found in dry, rocky areas, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Schistostephium crataegifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schistostephium crataegifolium has yellow flowers with 5 petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schistostephium crataegifolium is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Schistostephium crataegifolium
Schistostephium crataegifolium can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Schistostephium crataegifolium FAQ
What are the common names of Schistostephium crataegifolium?
Common names of Schistostephium crataegifolium include hawthorn-leaved schistostephium and hawthorn-leaved everlasting.
What is the habitat of Schistostephium crataegifolium?
Schistostephium crataegifolium is found in dry, open areas such as hillsides, roadsides, and disturbed sites.
What is the flowering period of Schistostephium crataegifolium?
Schistostephium crataegifolium typically flowers from April to October.
Species in the Schistostephium genus
Schistostephium griseum,
Schistostephium radicale,
Schistostephium umbellatum,
Schistostephium heptalobum,
Schistostephium mollissimum,
Schistostephium artemisiifolium,
Schistostephium rogersii,
Schistostephium dactyliferum,
Schistostephium hippiifolium,
Schistostephium oxylobum,
Schistostephium heptalobum,
Schistostephium flabelliforme,
Schistostephium crataegifolium,
Schistostephium rotundifolium,
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,