Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
penicilliformis
ID:
80074

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Shih

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 16(2): 87 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079403

Common Names

  • Penicilliformis Ajaniopsis
  • Ajaniopsis Penicilliformis
  • Ajaniopsis

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Description

Ajaniopsis penicilliformis (also called Penicillate Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Caucasus and Iran. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of 10-20 cm. Its leaves are alternate, toothed, and oblong-lanceolate. It has yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ajaniopsis penicilliformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ajaniopsis penicilliformis is yellow in colour and has five petals. The seed is small and black in colour. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ajaniopsis penicilliformis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed in early spring or propagated by division in the spring or autumn. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize in the spring.

Where to Find Ajaniopsis penicilliformis

Ajaniopsis penicilliformis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky slopes and grassy meadows.

Ajaniopsis penicilliformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ajaniopsis penicilliformis?

Ajaniopsis penicilliformis

What is the common name of Ajaniopsis penicilliformis?

Penicilliform Ajaniopsis

What type of climate does Ajaniopsis penicilliformis prefer?

Ajaniopsis penicilliformis prefers a warm, humid climate

Species in the Ajaniopsis genus

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-35989: Based on the initial data import
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.