Tolpis farinulosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
farinulosa
ID:
781
Status:
valid
Authors:
Walp.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Syst. 2(5): 955 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000110
Common Names
- Tolpis farinulosa
- Fairy Thistle
- Fairy's Thistle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tolpis farinulosa (also called Farinose Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flower heads. It grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tolpis farinulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tolpis farinulosa is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tolpis farinulosa is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Tolpis farinulosa
Tolpis farinulosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Tolpis farinulosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tolpis farinulosa?
Tolpis farinulosa
What is the common name of Tolpis farinulosa?
Meadow Hawkweed
What is the habitat of Tolpis farinulosa?
Grassland, meadows, and disturbed areas
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
Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:255803-1: Based on the initial data import