Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rugulosa
ID:
82824

Status:
valid

Authors:
Iljin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Izvestija Glavnogo botaniceskogo sada SSSR 27: 87 1928

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082153



Common Names

  • Rough Sawwort
  • Rough-Fruited Sawwort
  • Rough-Leaved Sawwort


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Description

Serratula rugulosa (also called rough saw-wort, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and disturbed sites. It has small, yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Serratula rugulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a groundcover and for erosion control. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Serratula rugulosa has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters on the end of the stems. The seeds are small and black and are enclosed in a membranous sac. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a few short hairs on the surface.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serratula rugulosa can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring or autumn. Very easy, the divisions can be planted straight out into their permanent positions.

Where to Find Serratula rugulosa

Serratula rugulosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey, and in North Africa.

Serratula rugulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serratula rugulosa?

Serratula rugulosa

What is the common name of Serratula rugulosa?

Rugose Saw-wort

What is the natural habitat of Serratula rugulosa?

Serratula rugulosa is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

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-38678: Based on the initial data import
Modest Mikhailovich Ilyin (1889-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iljin' in the authors string.