Status:
valid
Authors:
(Jaub. & Spach) Wagenitz
Source:
gcc
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 30(1): 34 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038484
Common Names
- Psephellus Leuzeoides
- Leuzeoides Psephellus
- Psephellus
Synonyms
- Centaurea leuzeoides Walp. [unknown]
- Hyalea leuzeoides Jaub. & Spach [unknown]
Description
Psephellus leuzeoides (also called Leuzeoides Psephellus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas and has thin, erect stems with narrow, pointed leaves and small, daisy-like flower heads.
Uses & Benefits
Psephellus leuzeoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscapes. It is also used to provide food and shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psephellus leuzeoides is yellow in color with a white center. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psephellus leuzeoides is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep them in a warm, sunny position. For cuttings, take cuttings in late summer or early autumn and plant them in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and fertilise with a balanced fertiliser every few weeks.
Where to Find Psephellus leuzeoides
Psephellus leuzeoides is native to the Caucasus region of Russia. It can be found in open grasslands and along roadsides.
Psephellus leuzeoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psephellus leuzeoides?
Psephellus leuzeoides
What is the common name of Psephellus leuzeoides?
Leuzeoides
What is the natural habitat of Psephellus leuzeoides?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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,