Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
persepolitanum
ID:
120043

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Grossh.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Fl. Kavkaza 4: 235 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119372

Common Names

  • Persepolitanum Podospermum
  • Podospermum Persepolitanum
  • Podospermum Persicum

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Synonyms

  • Scorzonera persepolitana Boiss. [unknown]
  • Podospermum canum murdabadense Rech.f. [unknown]
  • Podospermum eriospermum Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Podospermum persepolitanum (also called Persian Podospermum, among many other common names) is an annual plant with a single stem, reaching up to 30 cm in height. It has yellow flowers and its fruits are small and black. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry and rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Podospermum persepolitanum is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Podospermum persepolitanum has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podospermum persepolitanum is a perennial herb native to Iran. It is hardy in USDA zones 5-9 and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or fall. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination, which usually takes about two weeks.

Where to Find Podospermum persepolitanum

Podospermum persepolitanum is native to Iran and can be found in rocky areas and dry grasslands.

Podospermum persepolitanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podospermum persepolitanum?

Podospermum persepolitanum

What is the common name of Podospermum persepolitanum?

Persian Podospermum

What is the natural habitat of Podospermum persepolitanum?

It is native to the Middle East and grows in dry, desert areas.

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Aleksandr Grossheim (1888-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grossh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:239044-1: Based on the initial data import