Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Species:
intermedius
ID:
397274

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lag.) Cout.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Fl. Portugal : 594 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396606



Common Names

  • Pterocephalus intermedius
  • Intermediate Pterocephalus
  • Intermedius Pterocephalus


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Synonyms

  • Pterocephalus broussonetii Coult. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Pterocephalus lusitanicus DC. [unknown]
  • Pycnocomon intermedium (Lag.) Greuter & Burdet [unknown]
  • Scabiosa intermedia (Lag.) Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Scabiosa lusitanica (DC.) D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Scabiosa broussonetii (Coult. ex DC.) D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Asterocephalus intermedius Lag. [unknown]
  • Cephalaria plumosa Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Lomelosia intermedia (Lag.) Avino & P.Caputo [unknown]

Description

Pterocephalus intermedius (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 intermedius 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 intermedius 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocephalus intermedius 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 intermedius

Pterocephalus intermedius is native to Central Asia, including Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.

Pterocephalus intermedius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocephalus intermedius?

Pterocephalus intermedius

What are the common names of Pterocephalus intermedius?

Intermediate False Ash

What is the natural habitat of Pterocephalus intermedius?

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-2411316: Based on the initial data import
Mariano Lagasca (1776-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lag.' in the authors string.
António Xavier Pereira Coutinho (1851-1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cout.' in the authors string.