Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pungens
ID:
139689

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch. & Sav.) Kitam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 2: 48 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139018



Common Names

  • Prickly Synurus
  • Prickly Needle Grass
  • Prickly Needlegrass


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Synonyms

  • Rhaponticum pungens Franch. & Sav. [unknown]
  • Serratula pungens Franch. & Sav. [unknown]

Description

Synurus pungens (also called Pungent Synurus, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the family Asteraceae. It has a single flower head with yellow ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Synurus pungens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It is used to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory disorders.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Synurus pungens var. gigantens Kitam.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Synurus pungens has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synurus pungens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in late winter or early spring. Division can be done in early spring or late summer. It is best to divide the plant when it is actively growing.

Where to Find Synurus pungens

Synurus pungens can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Synurus pungens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synurus pungens?

Synurus pungens

What is the common name of Synurus pungens?

Pungent Synurus

What is the family of Synurus pungens?

Asteraceae

Species in the Synurus genus

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-99636: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.
Paul Amédée Ludovic Savatier (1830-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sav.' in the authors string.