Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
peglerae
ID:
60831

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hutch.) Källersjö

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 5(6): 538 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060160

Common Names

  • Pegler's Thistle
  • Phymaspermum Thistle
  • Pegler's Plumeless Thistle

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Synonyms

  • Brachymeris peglerae Hutch. [unknown]

Description

Phymaspermum peglerae (also called Pegler's Phymaspermum, among many other common names) is an annual herb of the family Asteraceae. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has yellow disc florets and white ray florets. It is native to South Africa, and is found in moist, open grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phymaspermum peglerae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phymaspermum peglerae has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a star-shaped seed head. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phymaspermum peglerae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. To propagate by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide the roots into several sections. Replant the divisions in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Phymaspermum peglerae

Phymaspermum peglerae is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and savannas.

Phymaspermum peglerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phymaspermum peglerae?

Phymaspermum peglerae

What is the common name of Phymaspermum peglerae?

Pegler's Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Phymaspermum peglerae?

It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-17220: Based on the initial data import
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.