Pterocephalus hookeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hookeri
ID:
397276
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) E.Pritz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
in Hand-List Rock Gard. Pl. Roy. Bot. Gard. Kew ed. 4 109 (1934).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396608
Common Names
- Pterocephalus hookeri
- Hooker's Pterocephalus
- Hookeri Pterocephalus
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- Pterocephalus batangensis Pax ex K.Hoffm. [unknown]
Description
Pterocephalus hookeri (also called False Aralia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pterocephalus hookeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and rockeries. It is also used as a ground cover in dry, sunny areas. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pterocephalus hookeri are small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pterocephalus hookeri is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is found in the Mediterranean region. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division of clumps can also be done in spring.
Where to Find Pterocephalus hookeri
Pterocephalus hookeri is native to Central Asia, including Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.
Pterocephalus hookeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterocephalus hookeri?
Pterocephalus hookeri
What are the common names of Pterocephalus hookeri?
Hooker's False Ash
What is the natural habitat of Pterocephalus hookeri?
Dry, rocky hillsides in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Pterocephalus genus
Pterocephalus bellidifolius, Pterocephalus dumetorum, Pterocephalus gedrosiacus, Pterocephalus fruticulosus, Pterocephalus arabicus, Pterocephalus depressus, Pterocephalus canus, Pterocephalus brevis, Pterocephalus khorassanicus, Pterocephalus nestorianus, Pterocephalus multiflorus, Pterocephalus lignosus, Pterocephalus laxus, Pterocephalus lasiospermus, Pterocephalus intermedius, Pterocephalus hookeri, Pterocephalus kurdicus, Pterocephalus glandulosissimus, Pterocephalus pulverulentus, Pterocephalus strictus, Pterocephalus spathulatus, Pterocephalus shepardii, Pterocephalus sanctus, Pterocephalus pterocephalus, Pterocephalus plumosus, Pterocephalus pinardi, Pterocephalus persicus, Pterocephalus pyrethrifolius, Pterocephalus szovitsii, Pterocephalus ghahremanii, Pterocephalus wendelboi, Pterocephalus virens, Pterocephalus porphyranthus, Pterocephalus frutescens,
Species in the Caprifoliaceae family
Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2411318: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Ernst Georg Pritzel (1875-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Pritz.' in the authors string.