Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
collinum
ID:
745480

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hoogland) Pillon

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 34: 146 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744813

Common Names

  • Spiraeanthemum collinum
  • Collin's Spiraeanthemum
  • Collin's Spiraea

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Description

Spiraeanthemum collinum (also called 'Collin's Spiraeanthemum', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has narrow, lanceolate leaves and bright yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Spiraeanthemum collinum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spiraeanthemum collinum is a small white or yellowish flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spiraeanthemum collinum is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Spiraeanthemum collinum

Spiraeanthemum collinum can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Spiraeanthemum collinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spiraeanthemum collinum?

Spiraeanthemum collinum

What is the natural habitat of Spiraeanthemum collinum?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the common names of Spiraeanthemum collinum?

It is commonly known as Collin's Spiraea.

Species in the Cunoniaceae family

Ackama australiensis, Ackama nubicola, Ackama paniculosa, Ackama rosifolia, Acrophyllum australe, Acrophyllum venosum, Aistopetalum multiflorum, Aistopetalum viticoides, Anodopetalum biglandulosum, Bauera capitata, Bauera rubioides, Bauera sessiliflora, Caldcluvia paniculata, Callicoma serratifolia, Ceratopetalum apetalum, Ceratopetalum corymbosum, Ceratopetalum gummiferum, Ceratopetalum hylandii, Ceratopetalum iugumense, Ceratopetalum macrophyllum, Ceratopetalum succirubrum, Ceratopetalum tetrapterum, Ceratopetalum virchowii, Codia belepensis, Codia jaffrei, Codia mackeeana, Codia triverticillata, Codia albicans, Codia albifrons, Codia cinerascens, Codia discolor, Codia ferruginea, Codia fusca, Codia incrassata, Codia microphylla, Codia montana, Codia nitida, Codia spatulata, Codia xerophila, Cunonia alticola, Cunonia aoupiniensis, Cunonia atrorubens, Cunonia austrocaledonica, Cunonia balansae, Cunonia bernieri, Cunonia bullata, Cunonia capensis, Cunonia cerifera, Cunonia deplanchei, Cunonia lenormandii,

References

Ruurd Dirk Hoogland (1922-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoogland' in the authors string.
Yohan Pillon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pillon' in the authors string.