Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
schlechteri
ID:
74601

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus ex Schltr.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
217

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073930



Common Names

  • Schlechteri
  • Steirodiscus
  • Schlechteri Steirodiscus


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Synonyms

  • Psilothonna schlechteri (Bolus) E.Phillips [unknown]

Description

Steirodiscus schlechteri (also called Schlechter's Steirodiscus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with a single flower head. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Steirodiscus schlechteri is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and produces small yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Steirodiscus schlechteri is a small, yellow-green disc, with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed, with a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Steirodiscus schlechteri is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance once established.

Where to Find Steirodiscus schlechteri

Steirodiscus schlechteri is native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It can be found in rocky soils at elevations of up to 3,500 meters.

Steirodiscus schlechteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Steirodiscus schlechteri?

Steirodiscus schlechteri

What is the natural habitat of Steirodiscus schlechteri?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the medicinal uses of Steirodiscus schlechteri?

It has been used traditionally to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and digestive problems.

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:251020-1: Based on the initial data import