Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
afromontanus
ID:
16916

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 8: 103 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016245



Common Names

  • Sonchus Afromontanus
  • African Mountain Sowthistle
  • African Mountain Milk Thistle


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Description

Sonchus afromontanus (also called African Sowthistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with small, yellow flowers and spiny leaves. It is native to Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sonchus afromontanus is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies. It is also used in xeriscaping and rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sonchus afromontanus has small, yellow flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonchus afromontanus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated from seed in spring or autumn, or by division in spring or summer.

Where to Find Sonchus afromontanus

Sonchus afromontanus is native to Africa and can be found in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Sonchus afromontanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonchus afromontanus?

Sonchus afromontanus

What is the common name of Sonchus afromontanus?

African Sowthistle

What type of plant is Sonchus afromontanus?

Annual herb

Species in the Sonchus genus

Sonchus erzincanicus, Sonchus masguindalii, Sonchus yendoi, Sonchus macrocarpus, Sonchus canariensis, Sonchus bipontini, Sonchus capillaris, Sonchus bourgeaui, Sonchus suberosus, Sonchus bipontini, Sonchus esperanzae, Sonchus stenophyllus, Sonchus acaulis, Sonchus wildpretii, Sonchus rokosensis, Sonchus hydrophilus, Sonchus hierrensis, Sonchus afromontanus, Sonchus denticulato-lanceolata, Sonchus brachylobus, Sonchus nanus, Sonchus daltonii, Sonchus schweinfurthii, Sonchus obtusilobus, Sonchus gomerensis, Sonchus brachyotus, Sonchus pinnatifidus, Sonchus sventenii, Sonchus sosnowskyi, Sonchus congestus, Sonchus cavanillesii, Sonchus pendulus, Sonchus asper, Sonchus melanolepis, Sonchus lidii, Sonchus crassifolius, Sonchus tectifolius, Sonchus maritimus, Sonchus denticulato-platyphylla, Sonchus microcarpus, Sonchus heterophyllus, Sonchus pustulatus, Sonchus glaucescens, Sonchus fauces-orci, Sonchus tenerrimus, Sonchus dregeanus, Sonchus brachylobus, Sonchus hotha, Sonchus novae-zelandiae, Sonchus rotundilobus,

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,

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