Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
prostratum
ID:
103111

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 14: 523 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000102440



Common Names

  • Tetramolopium prostratum
  • Prostratum Tetramolopium
  • Tetramolopium


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Synonyms

  • Luteidiscus prostratus (Mattf.) H.St.John [unknown]

Description

Tetramolopium prostratum (also called Prostrate Tetramolopium, among many other common names) is a low-growing, woody shrub that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tetramolopium prostratum is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as an ingredient in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetramolopium prostratum has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetramolopium prostratum is a short-lived perennial that is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and lightly covered with soil. Division can be done in spring or fall. The clumps should be divided and replanted in a sunny location.

Where to Find Tetramolopium prostratum

Tetramolopium prostratum can be found in the Mediterranean region, especially in the south of Spain and Portugal.

Tetramolopium prostratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetramolopium prostratum?

Tetramolopium prostratum

What is the common name of Tetramolopium prostratum?

Tetramolopium

What is the family of Tetramolopium prostratum?

Asteraceae

Species in the Tetramolopium genus

Tetramolopium consanguineum, Tetramolopium rockii, Tetramolopium lanatum, Tetramolopium wilhelminae, Tetramolopium tenerrimum, Tetramolopium crepatutarum, Tetramolopium gracile, Tetramolopium flaccidum, Tetramolopium alinae, Tetramolopium conyzoides, Tetramolopium humile, Tetramolopium capillare, Tetramolopium virgatum, Tetramolopium capellaense, Tetramolopium pioraense, Tetramolopium sylvae, Tetramolopium cinereum, Tetramolopium mitiaroense, Tetramolopium procumbens, Tetramolopium spathulatum, Tetramolopium ericoides, Tetramolopium bicolor, Tetramolopium ciliatum, Tetramolopium tenue, Tetramolopium vagans, Tetramolopium fasciculatum, Tetramolopium klossii, Tetramolopium arenarium, Tetramolopium distichum, Tetramolopium macrum, Tetramolopium carstenszense, Tetramolopium remyi, Tetramolopium piloso-villosum, Tetramolopium prostratum, Tetramolopium filiforme, Tetramolopium pumilum, Tetramolopium corallioides, Tetramolopium lepidotum,

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-5978: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.