Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
balansae
ID:
94421

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chodat

Source:
gcc

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , ser. 2, 2: 388 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093750

Common Names

  • Pterocaulon balansae
  • Balansae Pterocaulon
  • Balansa's Pterocaulon

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Synonyms

  • Pterocaulon interruptum auct.non DC. [deprecated]
  • Pterocaulon paniculatum Arechav. [unknown]
  • Pterocaulon polystachyum tomentosa Arechav. [unknown]
  • Pterocaulon virgatum subpaniculata Arechav. [unknown]

Description

Pterocaulon balansae (also called Balans' pterocaulon, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in open woodlands and scrublands at elevations of 0-1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocaulon balansae is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterocaulon balansae has small, white flowers, small seeds, and seedlings with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocaulon balansae is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pterocaulon balansae

Pterocaulon balansae is native to tropical Africa. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Pterocaulon balansae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterocaulon balansae?

Pterocaulon balansae

What is the common name of Pterocaulon balansae?

Balansa's Pterocaulon

What is the natural range of Pterocaulon balansae?

Western North America

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