Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pyroglossa
ID:
4523

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kar. & Kir.) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 8(2): 174 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003852

Common Names

  • Tephroseris pyroglossa
  • Fire-tongued Tephroseris
  • Fire-tongued Hawkweed

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Synonyms

  • Senecio pyroglossus Kar. & Kir. [unknown]
  • Cineraria pyroglossa (Kar. & Kir.) Kamelin [unknown]

Description

Tephroseris pyroglossa (also called Fire-tongued Thistle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with pink-purple thistle-like flowers. It is native to the mountains of Central and Southern Europe and typically grows in meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Tephroseris pyroglossa is used as a medicinal plant and is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephroseris pyroglossa is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center and a yellow-green outer ring of petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephroseris pyroglossa is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Tephroseris pyroglossa

Tephroseris pyroglossa can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Tephroseris pyroglossa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephroseris pyroglossa?

Tephroseris pyroglossa

What is the common name of Tephroseris pyroglossa?

Pyroglossa Tephroseris

What is the natural habitat of Tephroseris pyroglossa?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Tephroseris genus

Tephroseris helenitis, Tephroseris palustris, Tephroseris turczaninovii, Tephroseris crassifolia, Tephroseris sichotensis, Tephroseris pyroglossa, Tephroseris pricei, Tephroseris kirilowii, Tephroseris taitoensis, Tephroseris coincyi, Tephroseris adenolepis, Tephroseris subdentata, Tephroseris phaeantha, Tephroseris schistosa, Tephroseris sukaczevii, Tephroseris porphyrantha, Tephroseris ochotensis, Tephroseris flammea, Tephroseris praticola, Tephroseris pseudoaurantiaca, Tephroseris yukonensis, Tephroseris stolonifera, Tephroseris frigida, Tephroseris pierotii, Tephroseris jacutica, Tephroseris integrifolia, Tephroseris balbisiana, Tephroseris papposa, Tephroseris newcombei, Tephroseris koreana, Tephroseris gurensis, Tephroseris vereszczaginii, Tephroseris furusei, Tephroseris elodes, Tephroseris palustris, Tephroseris rufa, Tephroseris pseudosonchus, Tephroseris kjellmanii, Tephroseris takedana, Tephroseris kawakamii, Tephroseris crispa, Tephroseris longifolia, Tephroseris schistosa, Tephroseris subscaposa, Tephroseris hieraciiformis, Tephroseris crispa, Tephroseris arctisibirica, Tephroseris cladobotrys, Tephroseris subfrigida,

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

Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Grigori Karelin (1801-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kar.' in the authors string.
Ivan Petrovich Kirilov (1821-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kir.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:255250-1: Based on the initial data import