Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenodon
ID:
89463

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 71 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088792

Common Names

  • Stenodon Elekmania
  • Elekmania Elekmania
  • Elekmania Stenodon

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Synonyms

  • Senecio stenodon stenodon [unknown]
  • Senecio stenodon Urb. [unknown]
  • Senecio stenodon deglabratus Urb. [unknown]

Description

Elekmania stenodon (also called Stenodon elekmania, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has white flowers and grows in dry, sunny habitats. It is found in the mountains of the Apennines and the Alps.

Uses & Benefits

Elekmania stenodon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elekmania stenodon is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elekmania stenodon is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division in spring or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Elekmania stenodon

Elekmania stenodon is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is also found in parts of Central America, the Caribbean, and Mexico.

Elekmania stenodon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elekmania stenodon?

Elekmania stenodon

What is the common name of Elekmania stenodon?

Stenodon Elekmania

Where is Elekmania stenodon native to?

Europe and Asia

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-45120: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.