Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
freitagii
ID:
70866

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Podlech) Y.R.Ling

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 11(4): 39 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070195



Common Names

  • Seriphidium Freitagii
  • Freitagii Wormwood
  • Freitagii Sagebrush


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Description

Seriphidium freitagii (also called Freitag's seriphidium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Seriphidium freitagii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine for treating respiratory diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Seriphidium freitagii has yellow flowers with five petals and a diameter of 1.5-2 cm. The seeds are small, oblong and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Seriphidium freitagii is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Seriphidium freitagii

Seriphidium freitagii is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in the wild in the Mediterranean region and in some nurseries.

Seriphidium freitagii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Seriphidium freitagii?

Seriphidium freitagii

What type of plant is Seriphidium freitagii?

Seriphidium freitagii is a perennial herb

Where is Seriphidium freitagii found?

Seriphidium freitagii is found in the Middle East

Species in the Seriphidium genus

Seriphidium glaucinum, Seriphidium tenuisectum, Seriphidium scotinum, Seriphidium ramosum, Seriphidium elongatum, Seriphidium mongolorum, Seriphidium nutans, Seriphidium tecti-mundi, Seriphidium densiflorum, Seriphidium lercheanum, Seriphidium tianschanicum, Seriphidium santolinum, Seriphidium amoenum, Seriphidium vermiculatum, Seriphidium tauricum, Seriphidium herba-alba, Seriphidium oranense, Seriphidium gurganicum, Seriphidium stenocephalum, Seriphidium kaschgaricum, Seriphidium eremophilum, Seriphidium turcomanicum, Seriphidium validum, Seriphidium thomsonianum, Seriphidium baldshuanicum, Seriphidium halophilum, Seriphidium nigricans, Seriphidium bicolor, Seriphidium rhodanthum, Seriphidium arenicola, Seriphidium balchanorum, Seriphidium junceum, Seriphidium badghysi, Seriphidium oliverianum, Seriphidium kasakorum, Seriphidium czukavinae, Seriphidium minchunense, Seriphidium ciniforme, Seriphidium camelorum, Seriphidium gracilescens, Seriphidium vallesiacum, Seriphidium ifranensis, Seriphidium aucheri, Seriphidium fulvellum, Seriphidium transiliense, Seriphidium brevifolium, Seriphidium mogoltavicum, Seriphidium maritimum, Seriphidium gypsaceum, Seriphidium compactum,

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-27002: Based on the initial data import
Yeou Ruenn Ling (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.R.Ling' in the authors string.
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.