Status:
valid
Authors:
Vis.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Comment. Med. 2: 219 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061622
Common Names
- Brocchia Cinerea
- Cinerea Brocchia
- Cinereous Brocchia
Synonyms
- Cotula minor Caruel ex Boiss. [unknown]
- Brocchia kotschyi Schult. ex Schweinf. & Asch. [unknown]
- Cotula cinerea Delile [unknown]
- Cenocline cinerea K.Koch [unknown]
- Brocchia cinerea Batt. [unknown]
- Grangea cinerea Link [unknown]
- Tanacetum cinereum DC. [unknown]
Description
Brocchia cinerea (also called 'Cinerea Brocchia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It is found in rocky, dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brocchia cinerea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brocchia cinerea is small and white with five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brocchia cinerea is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can tolerate drought and is resistant to most pests and diseases.
Where to Find Brocchia cinerea
Brocchia cinerea can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Brocchia cinerea FAQ
What are the light requirements for Brocchia cinerea?
Brocchia cinerea prefers full sun to partial shade.
What type of soil should be used for Brocchia cinerea?
Brocchia cinerea prefers well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.
How often should Brocchia cinerea be watered?
Brocchia cinerea should be watered regularly, but not too often.
Species in the Brocchia genus
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,