Sommerfeltia spinulosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinulosa
ID:
39502
Status:
valid
Authors:
Less.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 190 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038831
Common Names
- Spiny Sommerfeltia
- Spiny-fruited Sommerfeltia
- Sommerfelt's Aster
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sommerfeltia spinulosa (also called Spiny Sommerfeltia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has thin, erect stems and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Sommerfeltia spinulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sommerfeltia spinulosa has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sommerfeltia spinulosa is a low-growing perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring and divisions should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Sommerfeltia spinulosa
Sommerfeltia spinulosa can be found in the mountains of the Himalayas.
Sommerfeltia spinulosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sommerfeltia spinulosa?
Sommerfeltia spinulosa
What is the common name of Sommerfeltia spinulosa?
Spiny Sommerfeltia
What is the natural habitat of Sommerfeltia spinulosa?
Grasslands, woodlands, and rocky slopes
Species in the Sommerfeltia 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-137547: Based on the initial data import
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.