Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
15713

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
gcc

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 16(2): 183 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015042

Common Names

  • Picrosia Longifolia
  • Long-leaved Picrosia
  • Long-leaved Cudweed

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Synonyms

  • Psilopogon albiflorus Phil. [unknown]
  • Picrosia australis Decne. [unknown]
  • Picrosia runcinata Gillies ex Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Prenanthes subdentata Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Picrosia longifolia longifolia [unknown]
  • Prenanthes subdentata Hook. [unknown]
  • Picrosia longifolia angustissima Kuntze [unknown]
  • Picrosia australis Orbign. [unknown]
  • Tragopogon fritillarioides Less. [unknown]

Description

Picrosia longifolia (also called long-leaved picrosia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Picrosia longifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Picrosia longifolia is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Picrosia longifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Picrosia longifolia

Picrosia longifolia is native to South America and can be found in moist montane forests.

Picrosia longifolia FAQ

What are the common names for Picrosia longifolia?

Picrosia longifolia is commonly known as Long-Leaf Picrosia

What is the natural habitat of Picrosia longifolia?

Picrosia longifolia is native to the Himalayas

What is the average height of Picrosia longifolia?

Picrosia longifolia typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters

Species in the Picrosia 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-114558: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.