Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 207 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454748
Common Names
- Thesium linophyllon
- Linophyllon Thesium
- Linophyllon Thes
Synonyms
- Xerololophus trinervis Dulac [unknown]
- Linosyris intermedia Kuntze [unknown]
- Linosyris linophyllon Kuntze [unknown]
- Linophyllum clusii Bubani [unknown]
- Thesium hutterianum Opiz [unknown]
- Thesium intermedium Schrad. [unknown]
- Thesium linophyllon pilosiusculum Lawalrée [unknown]
- Thesium linifolium Schrank [unknown]
- Thesium fulvopes Griess. [unknown]
- Thesium transsilvanicum Schur [unknown]
- Thesium arvense Horv. [unknown]
Description
Thesium linophyllon (also called Linear-leaved Thesium, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is found in moist soils in areas with partial shade. The plant has long, narrow leaves and produces small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Thesium linophyllon has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thesium linophyllon has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single style. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thesium linophyllon is a small herb native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Dig up the plant and divide the root clump into smaller sections and replant in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Keep in a warm, sunny position and ensure the soil is kept moist.
Where to Find Thesium linophyllon
Thesium linophyllon is native to Europe and North Africa.
Thesium linophyllon FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thesium linophyllon?
Thesium linophyllon
What is the family of Thesium linophyllon?
Santalaceae
What is the natural habitat of Thesium linophyllon?
It is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region
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,