Status:
valid
Authors:
Vent.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1802
Citation Micro:
Descr. Pl. Nouv. : t. 77 (1802)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000898145
Common Names
- Pulverulent Bluestem
- Pulverulent Grass
- Pulverulent Prairie Grass
Description
Cneorum pulverulentum (also called Dusty Miller, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a spreading growth habit and grows to a height of 3-5 feet. Its leaves are grey-green in color and its flowers are a white color. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.
Uses & Benefits
Cneorum pulverulentum is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, as it is drought tolerant and can withstand salty conditions. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cneorum pulverulentum is a small, pale-green spikelet with a single floret. The seed is small and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cneorum pulverulentum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or autumn and rooted in a sandy, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Cneorum pulverulentum
Cneorum pulverulentum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Cneorum pulverulentum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cneorum pulverulentum?
Cneorum pulverulentum
What is the common name of Cneorum pulverulentum?
Dusty garland
What is the habitat of Cneorum pulverulentum?
Dry, sunny, and well-drained soils in gardens and rockeries
Species in the Cneorum genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,