Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
congestus
ID:
13632

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wagenitz) Wagenitz

Source:
gcc

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 30(1): 37 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012961

Common Names

  • Psephellus congestus
  • Congested Psephellus
  • Compact Psephellus

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Synonyms

  • Centaurea congesta Wagenitz [unknown]

Description

Psephellus congestus (also called Congested Psephellus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and inhabits grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psephellus congestus has been used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation. It has also been used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psephellus congestus is a small, white to pinkish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oblong capsule. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psephellus congestus is an annual herb that is native to South America. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Psephellus congestus

Psephellus congestus is found in the mountains of the Caucasus, as well as in Turkey, Iran, and Iraq.

Psephellus congestus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Psephellus congestus?

Psephellus congestus is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

What type of soil does Psephellus congestus prefer?

Psephellus congestus prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

How much sun does Psephellus congestus need?

Psephellus congestus prefers full sun.

Species in the Psephellus genus

Psephellus pergamaceus, Psephellus alexeenkoi, Psephellus integrifolius, Psephellus debedicus, Psephellus bellus, Psephellus simplicicaulis, Psephellus maleevii, Psephellus congestus, Psephellus daghestanicus, Psephellus holtzii, Psephellus pulcherrimus, Psephellus aucherianus, Psephellus galactochroa, Psephellus brevifimbriatus, Psephellus marschallianus, Psephellus bornmuelleri, Psephellus iljinii, Psephellus dittrichii, Psephellus popovae, Psephellus somcheticus, Psephellus araxinus, Psephellus kemulariae, Psephellus xeranthemoides, Psephellus woronowii, Psephellus straminicephalus, Psephellus schischkinii, Psephellus kobstanicus, Psephellus transcaucasicus, Psephellus yildizii, Psephellus goeksunensis, Psephellus xanthocephalus, Psephellus pambakensis, Psephellus schistosus, Psephellus freynii, Psephellus leuzeoides, Psephellus circassicus, Psephellus kopet-daghensis, Psephellus gamidii, Psephellus phaeopappoides, Psephellus boissieri, Psephellus trinervius, Psephellus czerepanovii, Psephellus barbeyi, Psephellus manakyanii, Psephellus carbonatus, Psephellus fajvuschii, Psephellus arpensis, Psephellus ciscaucasicus, Psephellus annae, Psephellus paucilobus,

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,