Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
incisum
ID:
87825

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Rep. U.S. Mex. Bound., Bot. [Emory] 97. 1859 [1-20 Apr 1859]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087154



Common Names

  • Incised Trichoptilium
  • Trichoptilium incisum
  • Incised-leaved Trichoptilium


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Synonyms

  • Psathyrotes incisa A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Trichoptilium incisum (also called Incised Trichoptilium, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has a woody stem with small, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Trichoptilium incisum has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and has been used to treat skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trichoptilium incisum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichoptilium incisum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors and will germinate in 1-3 months.

Where to Find Trichoptilium incisum

Trichoptilium incisum is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Trichoptilium incisum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichoptilium incisum?

Trichoptilium incisum

What is the common name of Trichoptilium incisum?

Cut-leaved trichoptilium

What type of plant is Trichoptilium incisum?

Perennial herb

Species in the Trichoptilium genus

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-43529: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.