Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
divaricatum
ID:
455529

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jan ex Mert. & W.D.J.Koch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Deutschl. Fl. , ed. 3, 2: 285 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454861

Common Names

  • Divaricatum Thesium
  • Divaricatum False-Foxglove
  • Divaricatum Thesium

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Synonyms

  • Linophyllum divaricatum Bubani [unknown]
  • Linosyris nevadensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Linosyris divaricata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Thesium glaucum J.Serres [unknown]
  • Thesium byzantinum A.DC. [unknown]
  • Thesium nevadense Willk. [unknown]

Description

Thesium divaricatum (also called Divaricate Thesium, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 15 cm tall. It has a woody rootstock and its leaves are simple, alternate, and linear-lanceolate. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Thesium divaricatum has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It has also been used as a diuretic and to treat skin rashes. In addition, it has been used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thesium divaricatum has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, erect stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thesium divaricatum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Thesium divaricatum

Thesium divaricatum is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Thesium divaricatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thesium divaricatum?

Thesium divaricatum

What is the common name of Thesium divaricatum?

Spreading Thesium

What is the family of Thesium divaricatum?

Santalaceae

Species in the Thesium genus

Thesium humile, Thesium humifusum, Thesium kotschyanum, Thesium kernerianum, Thesium impressum, Thesium jeaniae, Thesium italicum, Thesium junceum, Thesium gontscharovii, Thesium gnidiaceum, Thesium fuscum, Thesium globosum, Thesium hispidulum, Thesium hispanicum, Thesium krymense, Thesium longifolium, Thesium linophyllon, Thesium leucanthum, Thesium leptostachyum, Thesium laxiflorum, Thesium libanoticum, Thesium kyrnosum, Thesium caespitans, Thesium carinatum, Thesium compressum, Thesium catalaunicum, Thesium cinereum, Thesium afghanicum, Thesium bergeri, Thesium billardierei, Thesium bertramii, Thesium atrum, Thesium bavarum, Thesium basninianum, Thesium auriculatum, Thesium brachystylum, Thesium erythronicum, Thesium ericifolium, Thesium equisetoides, Thesium ebracteatum, Thesium lopollense, Thesium frisea, Thesium fragile, Thesium dollineri, Thesium filipes, Thesium ferganense, Thesium costatum, Thesium corsalpinum, Thesium dolichomeras, Thesium divaricatum,

Species in the Santalaceae family

Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2513938: Based on the initial data import
Giorgio Jan (1791-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jan' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Daniel Joseph Koch (1771-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.J.Koch' in the authors string.
Franz Carl Mertens (1764-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mert.' in the authors string.