Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 245 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555458
Common Names
- Athamanta cretensis
- Cretensis Athamanta
- Cretensis's Athamanta
Synonyms
- Libanotis italica Crantz [unknown]
- Libanotis pumila Crantz [unknown]
- Libanotis annua F.H.Wigg. [unknown]
- Libanotis annua Crantz [unknown]
- Libanotis cretensis Scop. [unknown]
- Petrocarvi cretense Tausch [unknown]
- Turbith annua Tausch [unknown]
- Selinum athamanta E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
- Seseli athamantha Ces. [unknown]
- Seseli cinereum Bubani [unknown]
- Athamanta alpina Stokes [unknown]
- Athamanta annua L. [unknown]
- Athamanta capillacea Lam. [unknown]
- Athamanta hirsuta Pohl [unknown]
- Athamanta hirsuta Briq. [unknown]
- Athamanta lobelii Caruel [unknown]
- Athamanta mutellinoides Lam. [unknown]
- Athamanta rupestris Vill. [unknown]
- Daucus creticus Garsault [unknown]
- Durieua graeca Boiss. [unknown]
Description
Athamanta cretensis (also called Cretan Athamanta, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Apiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is an annual herb that grows in grasslands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Athamanta cretensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Athamanta cretensis is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Athamanta cretensis is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall. It prefers a sheltered, sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagate from seed or cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Athamanta cretensis
Athamanta cretensis can be found in Greece.
Athamanta cretensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Athamanta cretensis?
Athamanta cretensis
What is the family of Athamanta cretensis?
Apiaceae
Where is Athamanta cretensis found?
Central America
Species in the Athamanta genus
Athamanta aurea,
Athamanta cervariifolia,
Athamanta cortiana,
Athamanta cretensis,
Athamanta densa,
Athamanta hispanica,
Athamanta macedonica,
Athamanta montana,
Athamanta sicula,
Athamanta turbith,
Athamanta vayredana,
Athamanta vestina,
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,