Carthamus pomelianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pomelianus
ID:
17706
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Batt.) Batt.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
202 1905
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017035
Common Names
- Pomelianus Carthamus
- Pomelianus Safflower
- Pomelianus False Saffron
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Carthamus pomelianus (also called Pomegranate Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow-orange ray florets and dark brown disc florets. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Carthamus pomelianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Carthamus pomelianus has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with toothed edges.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Carthamus pomelianus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When growing from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a moist medium. It is best to use a rooting hormone for better success.
Where to Find Carthamus pomelianus
Carthamus pomelianus is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.
Carthamus pomelianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carthamus pomelianus?
Carthamus pomelianus
What is the common name of Carthamus pomelianus?
Pomelian Safflower
Where is Carthamus pomelianus found?
Carthamus pomelianus is found in the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Carthamus genus
Carthamus duvauxii, Carthamus dianius, Carthamus turkestanicus, Carthamus strictus, Carthamus gypsicola, Carthamus fruticosus, Carthamus arborescens, Carthamus pomelianus, Carthamus reboudianus, Carthamus multifidus, Carthamus lucens, Carthamus hispanicus, Carthamus mareoticus, Carthamus carduncellus, Carthamus tinctorius, Carthamus helenioides, Carthamus reboudianus, Carthamus cespitosus, Carthamus pomelianus, Carthamus rechingeri, Carthamus nitidus, Carthamus catrouxii, Carthamus pectinatus, Carthamus caeruleus, Carthamus chouletteanus, Carthamus faurei, Carthamus ilicifolius, Carthamus mitissimus, Carthamus tenuis, Carthamus balearicus, Carthamus calvus, Carthamus eriocephalus, Carthamus atractyloides, Carthamus plumosus, Carthamus creticus, Carthamus pinnatus, Carthamus lanatus, Carthamus dentatus, Carthamus leucocaulos, Carthamus tamamschjanae, Carthamus leucocaulos, Carthamus boissieri, Carthamus carthamoides, Carthamus rhiphaeus, Carthamus persicus, Carthamus battandieri, Carthamus glaucus, Carthamus oxyacantha, Carthamus curdicus, Carthamus rhaponticoides,
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
Jules Aimé Battandier (1848-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Batt.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:189523-1: Based on the initial data import