Diodontium filifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filifolium
ID:
21660
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 9: 19 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020989
Common Names
- Thread-leaved Burr-marigold
- Thread-leaved Diodon
- Thread-leaved Bur-marigold
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- Glossogyne filifolia F.Muell. ex Benth. [unknown]
Description
Diodontium filifolium (also called the Thread-leaved Diodontium, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has yellow flowers and thread-like leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is usually found in dry grasslands and on roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Diodontium filifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diodontium filifolium has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diodontium filifolium is a perennial herb native to Europe and North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plants are dormant. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Diodontium filifolium
Diodontium filifolium is found in the Mediterranean region, from Morocco to Turkey.
Diodontium filifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diodontium filifolium?
Diodontium filifolium
What is the common name of Diodontium filifolium?
Thread-leaved Bristle Moss
Where is Diodontium filifolium found?
Diodontium filifolium is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Diodontium 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-120299: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.