Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sventenii
ID:
26543

Status:
valid

Authors:
U.Reifenb. & A.Reifenb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 107(5-6): 312, nom. nov. (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025872



Common Names

  • Sonchus sventenii
  • Sventenii Sonchus
  • Sonchus of Sventenii


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Synonyms

  • Atalanthus canariensis (Boulos) A.Hansen & Sunding [unknown]
  • Sonchus filifolius Svent. [unknown]
  • Sonchus filifolius N.Kilian & Greuter [unknown]
  • Taeckholmia filifolia G.Kunkel [unknown]
  • Taeckholmia canariensis Boulos [unknown]

Description

Sonchus sventenii (also called Sventen's sowthistle, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower head with yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sonchus sventenii is a perennial plant that is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties. It is also used as a decorative plant in gardens and is known for its bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sonchus sventenii are yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonchus sventenii is a perennial plant that is easy to grow in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through division of the root clump in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Sonchus sventenii

Sonchus sventenii is native to Europe and Asia, and can be found in moist, grassy areas such as meadows, pastures, and wet woods.

Sonchus sventenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonchus sventenii?

Sonchus sventenii

What is the common name of Sonchus sventenii?

Sventenii Sonchus

What is the natural habitat of Sonchus sventenii?

It is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey

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-124997: Based on the initial data import
Ursula Reifenberger: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'U.Reifenb.' in the authors string.
Adam Reifenberger: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Reifenb.' in the authors string.