Moor-greiskraut (Tephroseris palustris, Ann. Soc. Linn. Lyon, sér. 2, 16: 404 (1868))

Family: Asteraceae

Author: Fourr.

Bibliography: Ann. Soc. Linn. Lyon, sér. 2, 16: 404 (1868)

Year: 1868

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Tephroseris

Vegetable: False

Observations: Temp. Northern Hemisphere

Description

Moor-greiskraut, scientifically known as Tephroseris palustris, is a distinctive member of the Asteraceae family. This hardy perennial plant, first described in 1868 by the botanist Fourr. in the “Annales de la Société Linnéenne de Lyon”, thrives in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.

Renowned for its adaptive capabilities, Tephroseris palustris typically inhabits wetlands, marshes, and other moist environments where it contributes to the ecological diversity. The plant is characterized by its upright growth and clusters of yellow, daisy-like flowers that bloom during the warmer months. These vibrant flowers not only add a splash of color to the often-muted tones of marsh landscapes but also play a crucial role in supporting local pollinators.

The morphology of Moor-greiskraut is equally fascinating, with its lanceolate leaves forming a basal rosette at the plant’s base, and the flower stalks rising well above the foliage. This growth habit ensures effective seed dispersal and visibility to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

In addition to its ecological significance, Moor-greiskraut has been studied for its potential medicinal properties, which are characteristic of many members of the Asteraceae family. However, care should be taken when considering its medicinal use, as comprehensive studies are still necessary to confirm its efficacy and safety.

Through its presence in the Northern Hemisphere, Tephroseris palustris plays a vital role in maintaining the health and balance of wetland ecosystems. Its ability to thrive in such habitats makes it a species worth conserving, highlighting the intricate connections between plants and their environments.

Common Names

Deu: moor-aschenkraut, moorgreiskraut
Eng: marsh fleawort
Nld: moerasandijvie
Fra: séneçon ramassé
Swe: kärrnocka
Cym: chweinllys y gors
En: Moor-Greiskraut, Marsh fleawort, Marsh groundsel, Clustered Marsh Squaw-Weed, Marsh fleabane, Marsh ragwort, Mastodon flower, Northern swamp groundsel, Swamp ragwort
Be: Старасцень балотны
Zh: 湿生千里光
Da: Kær-Fnokurt, Dynd-brandbæger
Nl: Moerasandijvie
Et: Muda-ristirohi
Fi: Luhtakarvakko
Fr: Tephroseris palustris, Séneçon des marais, Cinéraire des marais
De: Moor-Greiskraut
It: Tephroseris palustris
La: Tephroseris palustris
Lt: Gauruotoji žilė
Pl: Starzec błotny
Es: Tephroseris palustris
Cy: Chweinllys y gors
: Moor-greiskraut

Synonyms

• Tephroseris palustris subsp. congesta ((R.Br.) Holub)
• Cineraria unctuosa (Gilib.)
• Heloseris palustris ((L.) Rchb. ex Nyman)
• Senecio palustris f. polycricos (Polunin)
• Senecio villosus (Kostel.)
• Senecio congestus subsp. palustris ((L.) Rauschert)
• Cineraria palustris ((L.) L.)
• Senecio arcticus (Rupr.)
• Senecio palustris ((L.) Hook.)
• Cineraria palustris var. tenuifolia (Boenn.)
• Senecio congestus subsp. tonsus ((Fernald) Á.Löve & D.Löve)
• Senecio congestus var. tonsus (Fernald)
• Senecio congestus var. laceratus ((Ledeb.) Fernald)
• Othonna palustris (L.)
• Senecio congestus ((R.Br.) DC.)
• Senecio tubicaulis (Mansf.)
• Cineraria palustris subsp. congesta ((R.Br.) Nyman)
• Cineraria palustris var. edentula (Boenn.)
• Cineraria congesta (R.Br.)
• Cineraria palustris f. simplicior (Neuman)
• Senecio palustris var. laceratus (Ledeb.)
• Senecio palustris var. congestus ((R.Br.) Hook.)
• Senecio gracillimus (C.Winkl.)
• Senecio congestus var. palustris ((L.) Hyl.)

Distribution

• Alaska (native)
• Alberta (native)
• Altay (native)
• Baltic States (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Belgium (native)
• British Columbia (native)
• Buryatiya (native)
• Central European Rus (native)
• China North-Central (native)
• Chita (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• Denmark (native)
• East European Russia (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Inner Mongolia (native)
• Iowa (native)
• Irkutsk (native)
• Kamchatka (native)
• Kazakhstan (native)
• Khabarovsk (native)
• Krasnoyarsk (native)
• Labrador (native)
• Magadan (native)
• Manchuria (native)
• Manitoba (native)
• Michigan (native)
• Minnesota (native)
• Mongolia (native)
• Netherlands (native)
• North Dakota (native)
• North European Russi (native)
• Northwest European R (native)
• Northwest Territorie (native)
• Norway (native)
• Nunavut (native)
• Ontario (native)
• Poland (native)
• Québec (native)
• Saskatchewan (native)
• South Dakota (native)
• South European Russi (native)
• Sweden (native)
• Tuva (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• West Siberia (native)
• Wisconsin (native)
• Yakutskiya (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• Yukon (native)

Additional Images

Flower

Taken Jun 2, 2020 by Reinier Feijen (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 11, 2020 by Lennaert Steen (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 27, 2021 by Arie Wiechertjes (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 10, 2021 by Martien Briët (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 23, 2022 by Skitty Atropha (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 11, 2020 by Lennaert Steen (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 28, 2020 by henk henk (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Jun 2, 2020 by Reinier Feijen (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Jun 2, 2020 by Reinier Feijen (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Jun 2, 2020 by Reinier Feijen (cc-by-sa)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/7363445)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:255240-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Tephroseris palustris (L.) Rchb.)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3131015)

Specifications

Growth habit>: Forb/herb

Growth

Ph maximum: 7.0

Ph minimum: 6.5

Light: 7

Atmospheric humidity: 9

Soil nutriments: 4