Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
10113

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 370 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009442



Common Names

  • Sphaeranthus
  • Indian Globe Thistle
  • Sweet Button


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Synonyms

  • Sphaeranthus suaveolens suaveolens [unknown]
  • Sphaeranthus napierae Ross-Craig [unknown]
  • Sphaeranthus angustifolius Sch.Bip. ex Oliv. & Hiern [unknown]
  • Sphaeranthus cufodontii Lanza [unknown]
  • Sphaeranthus indicus Gaertn. [unknown]

Description

Sphaeranthus suaveolens (also called Sweet Scented Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has purple flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Sphaeranthus suaveolens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sphaeranthus suaveolens var. tetraphyllus (S.Moore) Ross-Craig
Sphaeranthus suaveolens var. abyssinicus (Steetz) Ross-Craig
Sphaeranthus suaveolens var. angustifolius Oliv.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sphaeranthus suaveolens is a small, yellow-green flower head. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of hairy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphaeranthus suaveolens is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division or seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring or fall in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Sphaeranthus suaveolens

Sphaeranthus suaveolens is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is also found in parts of Namibia and Botswana.

Sphaeranthus suaveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphaeranthus suaveolens?

Sphaeranthus suaveolens

What type of plant is Sphaeranthus suaveolens?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Sphaeranthus suaveolens found?

Central and South America

Species in the Sphaeranthus genus

Sphaeranthus talbotii, Sphaeranthus cristatus, Sphaeranthus salinarum, Sphaeranthus angolensis, Sphaeranthus fischeri, Sphaeranthus gallensis, Sphaeranthus wattii, Sphaeranthus suaveolens, Sphaeranthus flexuosus, Sphaeranthus indicus, Sphaeranthus epigaeus, Sphaeranthus kirkii, Sphaeranthus neglectus, Sphaeranthus amaranthoides, Sphaeranthus chandleri, Sphaeranthus gazaensis, Sphaeranthus cotuloides, Sphaeranthus africanus, Sphaeranthus samburuensis, Sphaeranthus zavattarii, Sphaeranthus confertifolius, Sphaeranthus steetzii, Sphaeranthus stuhlmannii, Sphaeranthus peguensis, Sphaeranthus senegalensis, Sphaeranthus ukambensis, Sphaeranthus spathulatus, Sphaeranthus mimetes, Sphaeranthus foliosus, Sphaeranthus peduncularis, Sphaeranthus oppositifolius, Sphaeranthus angustifolius, Sphaeranthus similis, Sphaeranthus flexuosus, Sphaeranthus bullatus, Sphaeranthus greenwayi, Sphaeranthus ramosus, Sphaeranthus randii, Sphaeranthus strobiliferus, Sphaeranthus mozambiquensis,

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,