Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
pubescens
ID:
472220

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Körn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 27: 575 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471552



Common Names

  • Mesanthemum pubescens
  • Hairy Mesanthemum
  • Downy Mesanthemum


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Description

Mesanthemum pubescens (also called 'Hairy Mesanthemum', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. The plant has hairy stems and leaves, and small white flowers that bloom in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Mesanthemum pubescens is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to reduce stress.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mesanthemum pubescens is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesanthemum pubescens is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of western North America. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rootball in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Mesanthemum pubescens

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

Mesanthemum pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesanthemum pubescens?

Mesanthemum pubescens

What is the family of Mesanthemum pubescens?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Mesanthemum pubescens?

Grasslands

Species in the Eriocaulaceae family

Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae, Eriocaulon abyssinicum, Eriocaulon achiton, Eriocaulon acutibracteatum, Eriocaulon acutifolium, Eriocaulon adamesii, Eriocaulon aethiopicum, Eriocaulon africanum, Eriocaulon afzelianum, Eriocaulon albocapitatum, Eriocaulon alleizettei, Eriocaulon alpestre, Eriocaulon alpinum,

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