Status:
valid
Authors:
(Fisch. ex DC.) Poljakov
Source:
gcc
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Trudy Inst. Bot. Akad. Nauk Kazakhst. S.S.R. 11: 175 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063419
Common Names
- Seriphidium compactum
- Compact Seriphidium
- Compactum Seriphidium
Synonyms
- Artemisia albida Ledeb. [unknown]
- Artemisia compacta Fisch. ex DC. [unknown]
- Artemisia compacta Fisch. ex Besser [unknown]
Description
Seriphidium compactum (also called Compact Wormwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 0.5 m in height. It is native to Europe and is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Seriphidium compactum is used for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes, cosmetics, and medicines. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Seriphidium compactum is a small, yellow-white disc floret. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white tuft of bristles. The seedlings are small, round, and green with a white tuft of bristles.
Cultivation and Propagation
Seriphidium compactum is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Seriphidium compactum
Seriphidium compactum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Seriphidium compactum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Seriphidium compactum?
Seriphidium compactum
What is the family of Seriphidium compactum?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Seriphidium compactum?
Compact Wormwood
Species in the Seriphidium genus
Seriphidium glaucinum,
Seriphidium tenuisectum,
Seriphidium scotinum,
Seriphidium ramosum,
Seriphidium elongatum,
Seriphidium mongolorum,
Seriphidium nutans,
Seriphidium tecti-mundi,
Seriphidium densiflorum,
Seriphidium lercheanum,
Seriphidium tianschanicum,
Seriphidium santolinum,
Seriphidium amoenum,
Seriphidium vermiculatum,
Seriphidium tauricum,
Seriphidium herba-alba,
Seriphidium oranense,
Seriphidium gurganicum,
Seriphidium stenocephalum,
Seriphidium kaschgaricum,
Seriphidium eremophilum,
Seriphidium turcomanicum,
Seriphidium validum,
Seriphidium thomsonianum,
Seriphidium baldshuanicum,
Seriphidium halophilum,
Seriphidium nigricans,
Seriphidium bicolor,
Seriphidium rhodanthum,
Seriphidium arenicola,
Seriphidium balchanorum,
Seriphidium junceum,
Seriphidium badghysi,
Seriphidium oliverianum,
Seriphidium kasakorum,
Seriphidium czukavinae,
Seriphidium minchunense,
Seriphidium ciniforme,
Seriphidium camelorum,
Seriphidium gracilescens,
Seriphidium vallesiacum,
Seriphidium ifranensis,
Seriphidium aucheri,
Seriphidium fulvellum,
Seriphidium transiliense,
Seriphidium brevifolium,
Seriphidium mogoltavicum,
Seriphidium maritimum,
Seriphidium gypsaceum,
Seriphidium compactum,
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,