Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
daghestanicus
ID:
14044

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sosn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Fl. Kavkaza 4: 202 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013373

Common Names

  • Daghestan Psephellus
  • Daghestan Wormseed
  • Daghestan Wormwood

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Synonyms

  • Centaurea exsurgens Sosn. [unknown]

Description

Psephellus daghestanicus (also called Dagestan Psephellus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Caucasus region. It has a woody stem and its leaves are oblong and serrated. It grows in sunny, dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psephellus daghestanicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory issues. It is also used to make herbal teas and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Psephellus daghestanicus are small, yellow-green in color, and have a strong, sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard, shiny outer coating. The seedlings are small, with thin, pale green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psephellus daghestanicus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It requires little maintenance and can be pruned in the spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Psephellus daghestanicus

Psephellus daghestanicus is native to the Caucasus region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It can be found in countries such as Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Russia.

Psephellus daghestanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psephellus daghestanicus?

Psephellus daghestanicus

What is the common name of Psephellus daghestanicus?

Daghestan Wormwood

Where is Psephellus daghestanicus native to?

Caucasus

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,

References