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Spiny Starwort

Pallenis spinosa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Asterales ›Family: Asteraceae ›Genus: Pallenis

About

Pallenis spinosa, common names: Spiny Starwort or Spiny Golden Star, is an annual herbaceous plant belonging to the genus Pallenis of the Asteraceae family. The Latin name of the genus is derived from palea (chaff), referring to the chaffy receptacle, while the species name spinosa, meaning spiny, refers to the spiny bracts surrounding the flowers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Spiny Starwort?
The scientific name of Spiny Starwort is Pallenis spinosa.
What kingdom does Spiny Starwort belong to?
Spiny Starwort belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Spiny Starwort belong to?
Spiny Starwort belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Spiny Starwort belong to?
Spiny Starwort belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Spiny Starwort belong to?
Spiny Starwort belongs to the order Asterales.
What family does Spiny Starwort belong to?
Spiny Starwort belongs to the family Asteraceae.
What genus does Spiny Starwort belong to?
Spiny Starwort belongs to the genus Pallenis.