Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook. & Arn.) G.L.Nesom
Source:
gcc
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 76: 178. 1994
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012257
Common Names
- Corymbose Apopyros
- Corymbose Firethorn
- Corymbose Pyracantha
Synonyms
- Conyza setosa Malme [unknown]
- Erigeron blanchetii Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
- Aster tuberosus Less. ex Baker [unknown]
- Diplopappus corymbosus Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
- Aster setosus Baker [unknown]
Description
Apopyros corymbosus (also called corymbose apopyros, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of leaves that are hairy and have a greyish-green color. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Apopyros corymbosus is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Apopyros corymbosus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Apopyros corymbosus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Apopyros corymbosus
Apopyros corymbosus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Apopyros corymbosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Apopyros corymbosus?
Apopyros corymbosus
What is the common name of Apopyros corymbosus?
Corymbose Apple-berry
What is the natural habitat of Apopyros corymbosus?
It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky soils.
Species in the Apopyros 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,