Tolpis crassiuscula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassiuscula
ID:
4101
Status:
valid
Authors:
Svent.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Bol. Inst. Nac. Invest. Agron. ix. n.° 20, 206 (1949), reimp
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003430
Common Names
- Tolpis
- Tolpis Crassiuscula
- Crassiuscula
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tolpis crassiuscula (also called Thick-Leaved Tolpis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean. It has a basal rosette of leaves with white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tolpis crassiuscula is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tolpis crassiuscula has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tolpis crassiuscula is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings in spring or summer. Take cuttings from the tips of the stems and remove the lower leaves. Plant the cuttings in a well-drained potting mix and keep them in a warm, bright location. Water regularly and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Tolpis crassiuscula
Tolpis crassiuscula is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Tolpis crassiuscula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tolpis crassiuscula?
Tolpis crassiuscula
What is the common name of Tolpis crassiuscula?
Thick-stemmed Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Tolpis crassiuscula?
Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides
Species in the Tolpis genus
Tolpis farinulosa, Tolpis azorica, Tolpis crassiuscula, Tolpis staticifolia, Tolpis mbalensis, Tolpis glandulifera, Tolpis liouvillei, Tolpis webbii, Tolpis farinulosa, Tolpis grossii, Tolpis macrorhiza, Tolpis webbii, Tolpis laciniata, Tolpis lagopoda, Tolpis barbata, Tolpis nemoralis, Tolpis succulenta, Tolpis calderae, Tolpis umbellata, Tolpis proustii, Tolpis coronopifolia, Tolpis glabrescens, Tolpis capensis, Tolpis virgata, Tolpis macrorhiza,
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-103311: Based on the initial data import
Eric Ragnor Sventenius (1910-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Svent.' in the authors string.