Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maculatus
ID:
92617

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 813 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091946



Common Names

  • Scolymus Maculatus
  • Maculatus Scolymus
  • Maculata Scolymus


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Synonyms

  • Scolymus clusii Bubani [unknown]
  • Scolymus annuus Gérard [unknown]
  • Scolymus pectinatus Cass. [unknown]
  • Scolymus gymnospermus Gaertn. [unknown]
  • Scolymus annuus Gerard ex Steud. [unknown]

Description

Scolymus maculatus (also called 'Scolymus', 'Scolymus maculatus', 'Scolymus maculatus var. maculatus', 'Scolymus maculatus var. tenuifolius', 'Scolymus tenuifolius' among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is a low-growing, mat-forming, evergreen perennial with small, linear, grey-green leaves and solitary, yellow daisy-like flowers in summer.

Uses & Benefits

Scolymus maculatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scolymus maculatus has yellow flowers with a long stem. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scolymus maculatus is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Scolymus maculatus

Scolymus maculatus is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Durango, Nuevo León, San Luis Potosí, and Zacatecas.

Scolymus maculatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scolymus maculatus?

Scolymus maculatus

What are the common names of Scolymus maculatus?

Spotted Golden Thistle

Where is Scolymus maculatus native to?

Mediterranean

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