Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spiciformis
ID:
1409446

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klatt) V.A.Funk & H.Rob.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 77: 91. 2017 [17 Mar 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421911

Common Names

  • Distephanus spiciformis
  • Spiciformis Distephanus
  • Spiciformis Hawkweed

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Description

Distephanus spiciformis (also called Spiky Distephanus, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Distephanus spiciformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Distephanus spiciformis has yellow flowers, with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distephanus spiciformis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Distephanus spiciformis

Distephanus spiciformis can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Distephanus spiciformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distephanus spiciformis?

Distephanus spiciformis

What is the common name of Distephanus spiciformis?

Spiciformis

What is the natural habitat of Distephanus spiciformis?

It is found in moist, shady forests of the Atlantic Forest in southeastern Brazil

Species in the Distephanus genus

Distephanus rochonioides, Distephanus angulifolius, Distephanus trinervis, Distephanus glutinosus, Distephanus ochroleucus, Distephanus polygalifolius, Distephanus manambolensis, Distephanus anisochaetoides, Distephanus garnieriana, Distephanus polygalaefolia, Distephanus gazmi, Distephanus biafrae, Distephanus nummulariifolius, Distephanus lastellei, Distephanus qazmi, Distephanus eriophyllus, Distephanus malacophytus, Distephanus capitatus, Distephanus antandroy, Distephanus subluteus, Distephanus angolensis, Distephanus streptocladus, Distephanus henryi, Distephanus mahafaly, Distephanus divaricatus, Distephanus garnierianus, Distephanus majungensis, Distephanus mangokensis, Distephanus glandulicinctus, Distephanus plumosus, Distephanus swinglei, Distephanus cloiselii, Distephanus forrestii, Distephanus populifolius, Distephanus bakeri, Distephanus ambongensis, Distephanus quartziticola, Distephanus madagascariensis, Distephanus inhacensis, Distephanus ibityensis, Distephanus bara, Distephanus capuronii, Distephanus grevei, Distephanus poissonii, Distephanus polytricholepis, Distephanus rhodopappus, Distephanus spiciformis,

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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.
Victoria Ann Funk (1947-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Funk' in the authors string.