Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
calcicola
ID:
44353

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32: 255 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043682

Common Names

  • Calcicola Koanophyllon
  • Calcicola Daisy
  • Calcicola Aster

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Description

Koanophyllon calcicola (also called Calcium-Loving Koanophyllon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has a woody stem with leathery leaves. It prefers dry, sunny habitats such as grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Koanophyllon calcicola is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, respiratory disorders and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Koanophyllon calcicola has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Koanophyllon calcicola is a perennial herb which is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Koanophyllon calcicola

Koanophyllon calcicola is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in rocky areas and cliffs.

Koanophyllon calcicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Koanophyllon calcicola?

Koanophyllon calcicola

What is the natural habitat of Koanophyllon calcicola?

Koanophyllon calcicola is found in the mountains of Central and South America.

What is the flower color of Koanophyllon calcicola?

The flowers of Koanophyllon calcicola are usually yellow or orange.

Species in the Koanophyllon genus

Koanophyllon puberulum, Koanophyllon polyodon, Koanophyllon poliystichum, Koanophyllon heptaneurum, Koanophyllon reyrobinsonii, Koanophyllon hotteanum, Koanophyllon richardsonii, Koanophyllon minutifolium, Koanophyllon clementis, Koanophyllon semicrenatum, Koanophyllon atroglandulosum, Koanophyllon prinodes, Koanophyllon hintoniorum, Koanophyllon fuscum, Koanophyllon chabrense, Koanophyllon adamantium, Koanophyllon mesoreopolum, Koanophyllon hylonoma, Koanophyllon jugipaniculatum, Koanophyllon helianthemoides, Koanophyllon silvaticum, Koanophyllon hammatocladum, Koanophyllon sagasteguii, Koanophyllon scabriusculum, Koanophyllon mornicola, Koanophyllon eitenii, Koanophyllon guerreroana, Koanophyllon turquinense, Koanophyllon subpurpureum, Koanophyllon jenssenii, Koanophyllon jaegerianum, Koanophyllon reversum, Koanophyllon thysanolepis, Koanophyllon littorale, Koanophyllon tetranthum, Koanophyllon hidrodes, Koanophyllon tatei, Koanophyllon pittieri, Koanophyllon sinaloensis, Koanophyllon galeottii, Koanophyllon albicaulis, Koanophyllon galeana, Koanophyllon calcicola, Koanophyllon iteophyllum, Koanophyllon baccharifolium, Koanophyllon bullescens, Koanophyllon nervosum, Koanophyllon chalceorithales, Koanophyllon tetranfolium, Koanophyllon simillima,

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-142252: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.