Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
argentinum
ID:
126259

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chodat

Source:
gcc

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , ser. 2, 2: 526 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125588



Common Names

  • Asteriscium argentinum
  • Argentine Asteriscus
  • Argentine Starwort


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Synonyms

  • Asteriscium crambe H.Wolff [unknown]

Description

Asteriscium argentinum (also called 'Argentine Aster', among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Argentina. It has small, white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Asteriscium argentinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal tea and as an ingredient in potpourri.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asteriscium argentinum is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asteriscium argentinum is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Asteriscium argentinum

Asteriscium argentinum is native to Argentina and can be found in the wild in grasslands and open woodlands.

Asteriscium argentinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asteriscium argentinum?

Asteriscium argentinum

What is the common name of Asteriscium argentinum?

Argentine Asteriscus

What is the natural habitat of Asteriscium argentinum?

It is native to Argentina

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

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