Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
papposus
ID:
12725

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) Feddema

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 23: 203 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012054



Common Names

  • Sclerocarpus
  • Papposus Sclerocarpus
  • Sclerocarpus papposus


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Synonyms

  • Sclerocarpus uniserialis papposus Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Sclerocarpus papposus (also called Pappus Sclerocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey, and it grows in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sclerocarpus papposus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Sclerocarpus papposus has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sclerocarpus papposus is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Sclerocarpus papposus

Sclerocarpus papposus is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Sclerocarpus papposus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sclerocarpus papposus?

Sclerocarpus papposus

What is the common name of Sclerocarpus papposus?

Pappus Sclerocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Sclerocarpus papposus?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodland

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-111675: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Charles Feddema (b.1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Feddema' in the authors string.