Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
attenuata
ID:
48237

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) H.Rob. & Skvarla

Source:
gcc

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 122(2): 137 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047566



Common Names

  • Acilepis Attenuata
  • Attenuate Acilepis
  • Attenuate False Daisy


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Description

Acilepis attenuata (also called Attenuate Acilepis, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands, meadows, and prairies. It has white flower heads with a diameter of 1-2 cm, and the leaves are linear and hairy.

Uses & Benefits

Acilepis attenuata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used in dried flower arrangements. It is also used as a food source and in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acilepis attenuata is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a white, hairy stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acilepis attenuata is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Acilepis attenuata

Acilepis attenuata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Acilepis attenuata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acilepis attenuata?

Acilepis attenuata

What is the common name of Acilepis attenuata?

Slender Acilepis

What is the natural habitat of Acilepis attenuata?

Dry, open woods, prairies, and fields

Species in the Acilepis genus

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-146037: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.