Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
muscosa
ID:
45039

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kirk

Source:
gcc

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. xxiv. 1891 (1892) 422, t. 36.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044368

Common Names

  • Musk Daisy
  • Musky Daisy
  • Abrotanella

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Description

Abrotanella muscosa (also called Mossy Abrotanella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky hillsides and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Abrotanella muscosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat colds and flu.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Abrotanella muscosa is yellow, with a single row of ray florets. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abrotanella muscosa is a perennial that is best grown in full sun in well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Abrotanella muscosa

Abrotanella muscosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, open areas such as hillsides and cliffs.

Abrotanella muscosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abrotanella muscosa?

Abrotanella muscosa

What are the common names of Abrotanella muscosa?

Common names of Abrotanella muscosa include Mossy Daisy and Mossy Daisy Bush

Where is Abrotanella muscosa native to?

Abrotanella muscosa is native to New Zealand

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-142915: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Kirk (1828-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirk' in the authors string.