Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
90660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greenm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 2: 327 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089989



Common Names

  • Shafera platyphylla
  • Broad-leaved Shafera
  • Large-leaved Shafera


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Description

Shafera platyphylla (also called Shafer's Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grassland, scrubland and rocky places.

Uses & Benefits

Shafera platyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including skin problems, respiratory issues, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Shafera platyphylla is yellow and has a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Shafera platyphylla is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean. It can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will need supplemental watering during prolonged dry spells. It is tolerant of light frosts.

Where to Find Shafera platyphylla

Shafera platyphylla is native to the Mediterranean region, particularly in Greece and Turkey.

Shafera platyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Shafera platyphylla?

Shafera platyphylla

What is the family of Shafera platyphylla?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Shafera platyphylla?

Broad-leaf Shafera

Species in the Shafera genus

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-46288: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.