Mediterranean Phagnalon
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Mediterranean Phagnalon
Phagnalon saxatile
The Mediterranean Phagnalon is a special plant that grows in sunny, rocky places. It has beautiful yellow flowers that bloom in the warm months, making the landscape look bright and cheerful.
Habitat: Coastal areas
Appearance
The Mediterranean Phagnalon is a low-growing subshrub with dense, silvery-grey, woolly leaves. Its small, round flower heads are bright yellow, appearing singly or in small clusters, creating a vibrant contrast against its muted foliage.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusPhagnalon
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Its fuzzy leaves make it look like it's wearing a tiny wool coat!
Its tiny seeds are often carried far by the wind to find new homes.
Some ancient cultures used this tough plant for traditional herbal remedies.
This plant can amazingly sprout right out of cracks in ancient walls!
Special abilities
Ability
Woolly Water Shield
It has woolly leaves that trap moisture and reflect sunlight, helping it survive harsh, dry conditions.
Ability
Rock Gripper
It can grow strong roots, anchoring itself firmly into rocky crevices to find stability and essential nutrients.
Ability
Extended Bloom
It produces flowers over many months, which helps attract diverse pollinators throughout a long blooming season.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-30 cm
- Spread
- 15-40 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.5-1 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring to summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
Attracted to its yellow flowers for nectar and pollen.
pollinates
Painted lady butterfly
Vanessa cardui
Visits the flowers, aiding in reproduction.
pollinates
Buff-tailed bumblebee
Bombus terrestris
An important pollinator for its small blooms.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Coastal
Coastal habitats are dynamic environments located along the interface between land and sea, influenced by tides, waves, and saltwater.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Mediterranean Phagnalon?
10-30 cm
How wide does Mediterranean Phagnalon spread?
15-40 cm
How big are the flowers on Mediterranean Phagnalon?
0.5-1 cm
When does Mediterranean Phagnalon bloom?
Spring to summer
Is Mediterranean Phagnalon edible?
No
Is Mediterranean Phagnalon toxic?
None
What is Mediterranean Phagnalon's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Mediterranean Phagnalon pollinated?
Insect
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