Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pedicellatum
ID:
1060754

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sorarú

Source:
tro

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana18: 37 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001060092

Common Names

  • Anarthrophyllum pedicellatum
  • Pedicellatum Anarthrophyllum
  • Pedicellat Anarthrophyllum

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Description

Anarthrophyllum pedicellatum (also called 'Cushion Spurge', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Canary Islands. It grows in rocky and sandy soils in full sun or partial shade. Its leaves are linear, oblong-lanceolate, and glabrous, and its flowers are yellow and have a short pedicel.

Uses & Benefits

Anarthrophyllum pedicellatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and gout.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anarthrophyllum pedicellatum has yellow flowers with five petals and a single seed in each pod. The seedlings are small, with two seed leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anarthrophyllum pedicellatum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Anarthrophyllum pedicellatum

Anarthrophyllum pedicellatum is native to Argentina and can be found in dry, rocky areas of the Gran Chaco region.

Species in the Fabaceae family