Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corymbosus
ID:
12928

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

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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.

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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 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-111873: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.