Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bolus) Leins
Source:
gcc
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 9: 108 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070274
Common Names
- Printzia Nutans
- Pincushion Flower
- Cushion Flower
Synonyms
- Bojeria nutans Bolus [unknown]
Description
Printzia nutans (also called 'Cobwebby Thistle', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow and tubular.
Uses & Benefits
Printzia nutans is a succulent plant that is often used as an accent plant in gardens. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and other beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Printzia nutans is a yellow daisy-like flower, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Printzia nutans is an evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and lightly covered. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Printzia nutans
Printzia nutans can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of France, Italy, and Spain.
Printzia nutans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Printzia nutans?
Printzia nutans
What type of plant is Printzia nutans?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant.
What is the habitat of Printzia nutans?
It is found in dry, rocky habitats in Mexico.
Species in the Printzia 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,