Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mauritanicus
ID:
116097

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Reut.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Pugill. Pl. Afr. Bor. Hispan. : 70 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115426



Common Names

  • Mauritanian Sowthistle
  • Mauritanian Milk Thistle
  • Mauritanian Sonchus


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Synonyms

  • Sonchus arvensis mauritanicus (Boiss. & Reut.) Batt. [unknown]

Description

Sonchus mauritanicus (also called Mauritian Sowthistle, Mauritian Milk Thistle, and Mauritian Dandelion, among many other common names) is an annual native to Mauritius. It is a low-growing, mat-forming plant with bright green foliage and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sonchus mauritanicus is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sonchus mauritanicus are yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and many petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and long, with a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonchus mauritanicus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It should be grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by taking stem cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Sonchus mauritanicus

Sonchus mauritanicus is native to Africa and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and coastal areas.

Sonchus mauritanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonchus mauritanicus?

Sonchus mauritanicus

What type of plant is Sonchus mauritanicus?

It is a biennial herb

Where is Sonchus mauritanicus found?

It is found in North Africa

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-7688: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.