Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenophyllus
ID:
7454

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 8: 106 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006783

Common Names

  • Sonchus Stenophyllus
  • Stenophyllus Sonchus
  • Sonchus

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Description

Sonchus stenophyllus (also called narrow-leaved sow thistle, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It has small, yellow flowers and grows to a height of 0.5-1 m. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Sonchus stenophyllus is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sonchus stenophyllus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a white midrib.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonchus stenophyllus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Sonchus stenophyllus

Sonchus stenophyllus is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in full sun.

Sonchus stenophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonchus stenophyllus?

Sonchus stenophyllus

What is the family of Sonchus stenophyllus?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Sonchus stenophyllus?

Central and South America

Species in the Sonchus genus

Sonchus erzincanicus, Sonchus masguindalii, Sonchus yendoi, Sonchus macrocarpus, Sonchus canariensis, Sonchus bipontini, Sonchus capillaris, Sonchus bourgeaui, Sonchus suberosus, Sonchus bipontini, Sonchus esperanzae, Sonchus stenophyllus, Sonchus acaulis, Sonchus wildpretii, Sonchus rokosensis, Sonchus hydrophilus, Sonchus hierrensis, Sonchus afromontanus, Sonchus denticulato-lanceolata, Sonchus brachylobus, Sonchus nanus, Sonchus daltonii, Sonchus schweinfurthii, Sonchus obtusilobus, Sonchus gomerensis, Sonchus brachyotus, Sonchus pinnatifidus, Sonchus sventenii, Sonchus sosnowskyi, Sonchus congestus, Sonchus cavanillesii, Sonchus pendulus, Sonchus asper, Sonchus melanolepis, Sonchus lidii, Sonchus crassifolius, Sonchus tectifolius, Sonchus maritimus, Sonchus denticulato-platyphylla, Sonchus microcarpus, Sonchus heterophyllus, Sonchus pustulatus, Sonchus glaucescens, Sonchus fauces-orci, Sonchus tenerrimus, Sonchus dregeanus, Sonchus brachylobus, Sonchus hotha, Sonchus novae-zelandiae, Sonchus rotundilobus,

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,

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