Sonchus gomerensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gomerensis
ID:
24011
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boulos
Source:
gcc
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Nytt Mag. Bot. xiv. I 1 (1967).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023340
Common Names
- Gomera Sowthistle
- Gomera Sonchus
- Gomera Milk Thistle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Sonchus gonzalezpadroni Svent. [unknown]
Description
Sonchus gomerensis (also called Gomera Sow Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Canary Islands. It grows in grasslands and open woodlands. It has yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Sonchus gomerensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flowerbeds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sonchus gomerensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. It has a single seed per flowerhead that is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sonchus gomerensis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division of clumps. It can be grown from seed sown in spring or fall. Division should be done in spring or fall.
Where to Find Sonchus gomerensis
Sonchus gomerensis is native to the Canary Islands. It can be found growing in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Sonchus gomerensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sonchus gomerensis?
Sonchus gomerensis
What type of plant is Sonchus gomerensis?
It is an annual herb
Where is Sonchus gomerensis found?
It is found in the Canary Islands
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-122555: Based on the initial data import
Loutfy Boulos (1932-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boulos' in the authors string.