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Description
Psephellus Marschallianus, also known as the Marshall’s pincushion or the small-flowered pincushion, is a herbaceous perennial plant native to the Caucasus region of Europe and Asia. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and produces small yellow flowers that bloom from July to September. This plant grows up to 30cm in height and spreads up to 10cm in width.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Psephellus |
Appearance
Psephellus Marschallianus has a compact and bushy growth habit with finely divided, silvery-green foliage. The leaves are lance-shaped and grow up to 5cm in length. The plant produces small, yellow, daisy-like flowers with a dark center that bloom from July to September. The flowers grow in clusters of 2-4 and are about 2cm in diameter. The plant grows up to 30cm in height and spreads up to 10cm in width.
Care Guide
Psephellus Marschallianus is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips to keep your plant healthy:Water: Water your plant regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.Fertilization: Fertilize your plant once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.Soil: Plant your Psephellus Marschallianus in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.Sunlight: This plant prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.Hardiness Zones: Psephellus Marschallianus is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Psephellus Marschallianus is generally pest and disease-free. However, it may occasionally be affected by aphids, spider mites, or powdery mildew. To prevent these problems, keep the plant well-watered and fertilized, and prune out any infected foliage.
Habitat
Psephellus Marschallianus is native to the Caucasus region of Europe and Asia. It grows in rocky areas, meadows, and on the edges of forests. The plant prefers well-draining soil and full sun.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water my Psephellus Marschallianus?
A: Water your plant regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.Q: What is the hardiness zone for Psephellus Marschallianus?
A: Psephellus Marschallianus is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.Q: What pests and diseases should I watch out for with Psephellus Marschallianus?
A: Psephellus Marschallianus is generally pest and disease-free. However, it may occasionally be affected by aphids, spider mites, or powdery mildew.Q: How tall does Psephellus Marschallianus grow?
A: Psephellus Marschallianus grows up to 30cm in height.
Related Plants
Other plants in the Psephellus genus include:
- Psephellus pyrrhoblepharus
- Psephellus tenuifolius
- Psephellus pulcherrimus
- Psephellus tataricus
References
- “Psephellus Marschallianus.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=277366.
- “Psephellus Marschallianus.” PlantFiles, Dave’s Garden, https://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/203502/.
- “Psephellus Marschallianus.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/301142/Psephellus-Marschallianus/Details.
