Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1771
Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. : 291 (1771)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090714
Common Names
- Stoebe prostrata
- Prostrate Daisy Bush
- Prostrate Stoebe
Description
Stoebe prostrata (also called prostrate shrubby everlasting, among many other common names) is a low-growing, woody shrub with small, white flower heads that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky slopes and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Stoebe prostrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stoebe prostrata has small white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons that are oval-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stoebe prostrata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Stoebe prostrata
Stoebe prostrata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Stoebe prostrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stoebe prostrata?
Stoebe prostrata
What type of plant is Stoebe prostrata?
Perennial
What is the natural habitat of Stoebe prostrata?
Grassy areas
Species in the Stoebe genus
Stoebe muirii,
Stoebe bruniades,
Stoebe nervigera,
Stoebe rosea,
Stoebe schultzii,
Stoebe montana,
Stoebe capitata,
Stoebe phyllostachya,
Stoebe alopecuroides,
Stoebe rugulosa,
Stoebe fusca,
Stoebe prostrata,
Stoebe cyathuloides,
Stoebe aethiopica,
Stoebe leucocephala,
Stoebe microphylla,
Stoebe gomphrenoides,
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,