Status:
valid
Authors:
Drude
Source:
cmp
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(8): 157 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554927
Common Names
- Astrodaucus Littoralis
- Seashore Astrodaucus
- Coastal Astrodaucus
Synonyms
- Platyspermum littorale W.D.J.Koch [unknown]
- Torilis litoralis Calest. [unknown]
- Astrodaucus bessarabicus (DC.) Stankov [unknown]
- Cachrys littoralis Spreng. [unknown]
- Caucalis littoralis M.Bieb. [unknown]
- Daucus bessarabicus DC. [unknown]
Description
Astrodaucus littoralis (also called Littoral Astrodaucus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has grey-green leaves, yellow flowers, and grows in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Astrodaucus littoralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astrodaucus littoralis are small and white in color. The seed is a small, black legume. The seedlings are small and have a white root system.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astrodaucus littoralis is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being placed in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Astrodaucus littoralis should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.
Where to Find Astrodaucus littoralis
Astrodaucus littoralis is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in the coastal areas of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Astrodaucus littoralis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astrodaucus littoralis?
Astrodaucus littoralis
What is the common name of Astrodaucus littoralis?
Coastal Astrodaucus
What is the natural habitat of Astrodaucus littoralis?
Coastal areas of the Mediterranean
Species in the Astrodaucus genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,