Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
flammea
ID:
24275

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 8(2): 173 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023604



Common Names

  • Tephroseris flammea
  • Flammeous Tephroseris
  • Flammeous


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Synonyms

  • Senecio flammeus simplex Ling [unknown]
  • Senecio longeligulatus H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
  • Senecio flammeus limprichtii Cufod. [unknown]
  • Tephroseris flammea flammea [unknown]
  • Tephroseris flammea flammea [unknown]
  • Senecio flammeus flammeus [unknown]
  • Senecio flammeus flammeus [unknown]
  • Senecio flammeus flammeus [unknown]
  • Senecio flammeus DC. [unknown]
  • Cineraria flammea Turcz. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio flammeus glabrifolius (Cufod.) Kitam. [valid]
  • Tephroseris flammea chaetocarpa (C.Jeffrey & Y.L.Chen) Y.M.Yuan [unknown]
  • Senecio flammeus glabrifolius Cufod. [unknown]
  • Tephroseris flammea glabrifolia (Cuf.) B.Nord. [unknown]
  • Tephroseris flammea glabrifolia (Cufod.) K.J.Kim [unknown]

Description

Tephroseris flammea (also called flame tephroseris, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. It has yellow, daisy-like flowers and thin, lance-shaped leaves. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is typically found in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Tephroseris flammea is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephroseris flammea is a yellow flower with five petals. The seed is small and black with a rough surface. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephroseris flammea is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and will tolerate some drought. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Tephroseris flammea

Tephroseris flammea is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in the islands of Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, and Tenerife.

Tephroseris flammea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephroseris flammea?

Tephroseris flammea

What is the common name of Tephroseris flammea?

Flaming Thistle

What is the natural habitat of Tephroseris flammea?

Grassy areas, disturbed sites, and roadsides

Species in the Tephroseris genus

Tephroseris helenitis, Tephroseris palustris, Tephroseris turczaninovii, Tephroseris crassifolia, Tephroseris sichotensis, Tephroseris pyroglossa, Tephroseris pricei, Tephroseris kirilowii, Tephroseris taitoensis, Tephroseris coincyi, Tephroseris adenolepis, Tephroseris subdentata, Tephroseris phaeantha, Tephroseris schistosa, Tephroseris sukaczevii, Tephroseris porphyrantha, Tephroseris ochotensis, Tephroseris flammea, Tephroseris praticola, Tephroseris pseudoaurantiaca, Tephroseris yukonensis, Tephroseris stolonifera, Tephroseris frigida, Tephroseris pierotii, Tephroseris jacutica, Tephroseris integrifolia, Tephroseris balbisiana, Tephroseris papposa, Tephroseris newcombei, Tephroseris koreana, Tephroseris gurensis, Tephroseris vereszczaginii, Tephroseris furusei, Tephroseris elodes, Tephroseris palustris, Tephroseris rufa, Tephroseris pseudosonchus, Tephroseris kjellmanii, Tephroseris takedana, Tephroseris kawakamii, Tephroseris crispa, Tephroseris longifolia, Tephroseris schistosa, Tephroseris subscaposa, Tephroseris hieraciiformis, Tephroseris crispa, Tephroseris arctisibirica, Tephroseris cladobotrys, Tephroseris subfrigida,

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-122803: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.