Status:
valid
Authors:
S.F.Blake
Source:
gcc
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 20: 535 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134095
Common Names
- Achyrocline flavida
- Scented Sunray
- Lemon Daisy
Description
Achyrocline flavida (also called Flavida Achyrocline, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and its lance-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils and open woods.
Uses & Benefits
Achyrocline flavida is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases and to reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Achyrocline flavida is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Achyrocline flavida is an annual plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can tolerate some drought. Propagate by seed in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Achyrocline flavida
Achyrocline flavida is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Achyrocline flavida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Achyrocline flavida?
Achyrocline flavida
What is the common name of Achyrocline flavida?
Flavida Achyrocline
What is the family of Achyrocline flavida?
Asteraceae
Species in the Achyrocline genus
Achyrocline lehmannii,
Achyrocline gaudens,
Achyrocline alata,
Achyrocline crassiuscula,
Achyrocline ventosa,
Achyrocline ramosissima,
Achyrocline arrojadoana,
Achyrocline crassiceps,
Achyrocline gertiana,
Achyrocline marchiorii,
Achyrocline bogotensis,
Achyrocline flaccida,
Achyrocline satureioides,
Achyrocline latifolia,
Achyrocline anabelae,
Achyrocline virescens,
Achyrocline albicans,
Achyrocline glandulosa,
Achyrocline hyperchlora,
Achyrocline tombadorensis,
Achyrocline ribasiana,
Achyrocline hirta,
Achyrocline gardneri,
Achyrocline oaxacana,
Achyrocline vargasiana,
Achyrocline ramosissima,
Achyrocline deflexa,
Achyrocline luisiana,
Achyrocline scandens,
Achyrocline mathiolifolia,
Achyrocline mollis,
Achyrocline venosa,
Achyrocline hallii,
Achyrocline trianae,
Achyrocline disjuncta,
Achyrocline tomentosa,
Achyrocline peruviana,
Achyrocline macella,
Achyrocline celosioides,
Achyrocline vauthieriana,
Achyrocline guerreroana,
Achyrocline flavida,
Achyrocline rupestris,
Achyrocline chionaea,
Achyrocline eriodes,
Achyrocline heringeri,
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,