Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melacheila
ID:
52479

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051808



Common Names

  • Serratula
  • Melacheila
  • Serratula melacheila


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Description

Serratula melacheila (also called 'Fringed Saw-wort', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in rocky, dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Serratula melacheila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments. It is also used as a source of essential oils and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Serratula melacheila are yellow and star-shaped, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serratula melacheila is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by division or cuttings in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Serratula melacheila

Serratula melacheila can be found in the Canary Islands.

Serratula melacheila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serratula melacheila?

Serratula melacheila

What is the common name of Serratula melacheila?

Cut-leaved Saw-wort

What is the natural habitat of Serratula melacheila?

Dry grasslands, steppes, and rocky slopes

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-150360: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.