Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nudiuscula
ID:
11981

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 38: 460 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011310

Common Names

  • Desert Thistle
  • Naked Acourtia
  • Desert-thorn

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Description

Acourtia nudiuscula (also called Nude Acourtia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has a simple stem, with a few branches, and its leaves are lanceolate, with a length of 2-5 cm. It is native to the Middle East and is found in dry and sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acourtia nudiuscula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acourtia nudiuscula is a small, yellow-green disc flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acourtia nudiuscula is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. The seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, it is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Acourtia nudiuscula

Acourtia nudiuscula is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Acourtia nudiuscula FAQ

What type of plant is Acourtia nudiuscula?

Acourtia nudiuscula is an annual herbaceous plant.

Where does Acourtia nudiuscula grow?

Acourtia nudiuscula grows in the Mediterranean region.

What is the scientific classification of Acourtia nudiuscula?

Acourtia nudiuscula belongs to the family Asteraceae.

Species in the Acourtia genus

Acourtia potosina, Acourtia macrocephala, Acourtia souleana, Acourtia moctezumae, Acourtia wrightii, Acourtia glandulifera, Acourtia platyptera, Acourtia moschata, Acourtia carpholepis, Acourtia butandae, Acourtia reticulata, Acourtia pulchella, Acourtia joaquinensis, Acourtia nudiuscula, Acourtia patens, Acourtia microcephala, Acourtia scaposa, Acourtia nudicaulis, Acourtia wislizeni, Acourtia hintoniorum, Acourtia ciprianoi, Acourtia nana, Acourtia discolor, Acourtia platyphylla, Acourtia mexiae, Acourtia erioloma, Acourtia zacatecana, Acourtia elizabethiae, Acourtia mexicana, Acourtia coulteri, Acourtia molinana, Acourtia venturae, Acourtia hidalgoana, Acourtia gracilis, Acourtia glomeriflora, Acourtia hondurana, Acourtia caltepecana, Acourtia turbinata, Acourtia huajuapana, Acourtia humboldtii, Acourtia lobulata, Acourtia oxylepis, Acourtia palmeri, Acourtia dieringeri, Acourtia cuernavacana, Acourtia umbratalis, Acourtia dissiticeps, Acourtia michoacana, Acourtia fragrans, Acourtia oaxacana,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-110965: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.