Tetramolopium spathulatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spathulatum
ID:
63887
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mattf.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 69(2): 285 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063216
Common Names
- Tetramolopium spathulatum
- Spathulate Tetramolopium
- Spathulate False Dandelion
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- Luteidiscus spathulatus (Mattf.) H.St.John [unknown]
Description
Tetramolopium spathulatum (also called Spathulate Tetramolopium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and sagebrush.
Uses & Benefits
Tetramolopium spathulatum is a low-maintenance plant that is often used as a ground cover in gardens and landscapes. It is also known for its ability to attract beneficial insects and birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tetramolopium spathulatum has small yellow flowers that produce small, light brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tetramolopium spathulatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take up to two months. It should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly. It can tolerate some drought but will benefit from regular watering. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Tetramolopium spathulatum
Tetramolopium spathulatum can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Tetramolopium spathulatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetramolopium spathulatum?
Tetramolopium spathulatum
What type of plant is Tetramolopium spathulatum?
It is a shrub
Where does Tetramolopium spathulatum grow?
It is native to the Hawaiian Islands
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-20192: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.