Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gleason) Steyerm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 280. 1952
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030879
Common Names
- Blennosperma cretacea
- Cretaceous Blennosperma
- Cretaceous Daisy
Synonyms
- Blennosperma cretacea cretacea [unknown]
Description
Blennosperma cretacea (also called Cretan Blennosperma, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is characterized by its narrow, blue-green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Blennosperma cretacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Blennosperma cretacea is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Blennosperma cretacea is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate, divide the root clumps in spring or collect and sow the seeds in autumn. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings.
Where to Find Blennosperma cretacea
Blennosperma cretacea is native to the Mediterranean region.
Blennosperma cretacea FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Blennosperma cretacea?
Blennosperma cretacea prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
What is the typical size of Blennosperma cretacea?
Blennosperma cretacea typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.
What is the blooming period for Blennosperma cretacea?
Blennosperma cretacea blooms from late spring to early summer.
Species in the Blennosperma 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,