Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32: 258 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020064
Common Names
- Helianthemoides Koanophyllon
- Helianthemoides Daisy-bush
- Helianthemoides Olearia
Synonyms
- Eupatorium helianthemoides B.L.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Koanophyllon helianthemoides (also called Sunrose-leaved Koanophyllon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean. It has leathery leaves and white flowers. It grows in rocky areas, dry meadows, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Koanophyllon helianthemoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in the production of honey.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Koanophyllon helianthemoides is white, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, black in color, and have a diameter of about 2 mm. The seedlings are light green in color, with a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Koanophyllon helianthemoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in well-drained soil in the spring or fall. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be kept moist but not wet. Division can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Koanophyllon helianthemoides
Koanophyllon helianthemoides is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.
Koanophyllon helianthemoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Koanophyllon helianthemoides?
Koanophyllon helianthemoides
What is the common name of Koanophyllon helianthemoides?
Sunrose
What is the family of Koanophyllon helianthemoides?
Cistaceae
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,