Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spinosum
ID:
41546

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. Fl. Peruv. Chil. 1: 185 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040875



Common Names

  • Triptilion Spinosum
  • Spinosum Triptilion
  • Spiny Triptilion


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Synonyms

  • Triptilion bulbosum J.Rémy [unknown]
  • Triptilion humile Phil. [unknown]
  • Nassauvia diffusa D.Don [unknown]
  • Triptilion laciniatum Willd. [unknown]
  • Triptilion spinosum spinosum [unknown]
  • Triptilion millefolium Phil. [unknown]
  • Triptilion pectinatum millefolium Reiche [unknown]
  • Triptilion pectinatum Phil. [unknown]
  • Triptilion spinosum remyanum Reiche [unknown]
  • Triptilion integrifolium Phil. [unknown]
  • Triptilion ramulosum Phil. [unknown]
  • Triptilion diffusum D.Don [unknown]
  • Triptilion pectinatum pectinatum [unknown]
  • Triptilion spinosum integrifolium Reiche [unknown]
  • Triptilion spinosum eriochlaenum DC. [unknown]
  • Triptilion digitatum Phil. [unknown]
  • Nassauvia spinosa D.Don [unknown]
  • Triptilion diffusum (D.Don) DC. [unknown]
  • Triptilion remyanum Phil. [unknown]

Description

Triptilion spinosum (also called spiny bur-sage, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It grows in grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands, and can reach up to 0.5 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Triptilion spinosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Triptilion spinosum is yellow and daisy-like. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triptilion spinosum is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny spot and lightly covered. Division of the rhizomes should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Triptilion spinosum

Triptilion spinosum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Triptilion spinosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triptilion spinosum?

Triptilion spinosum

What is the common name of Triptilion spinosum?

Spiny Triptilion

What is the natural habitat of Triptilion spinosum?

Triptilion spinosum is native to the Mediterranean region

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-139529: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.