Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
lycioides
ID:
818177

Status:
valid

Authors:
Adamson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 17: 123 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817511



Common Names

  • Lycioid Prismatocarpus
  • Lycioides Prismatocarpus
  • Lycioid-Flowered Prismatocarpus


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Description

Prismatocarpus lycioides (also called the Wolf's-Foot Prismatocarpus, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a short stem, with small, bell-shaped flowers that are white or pink. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Prismatocarpus lycioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used to make perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Prismatocarpus lycioides has small, star-shaped flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are small and green, with a rounded shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prismatocarpus lycioides is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to grow in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Prismatocarpus lycioides

Prismatocarpus lycioides can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in the south of France, Italy, and Spain.

Prismatocarpus lycioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prismatocarpus lycioides?

Prismatocarpus lycioides

What is the family of Prismatocarpus lycioides?

Campanulaceae

What is the common name of Prismatocarpus lycioides?

Wolf's Milk

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

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