Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
viscosum
ID:
90573

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1776

Citation Micro:
Char. Gen. Pl., ed. 2. 90, t. 45. 1776 [1 Mar 1776]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089902



Common Names

  • Adenostemma viscosum
  • Sticky Adenostemma
  • Sticky Sunray


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Synonyms

  • Ethulia aquatica Roxb. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Adenostemma dregei DC. [unknown]
  • Adenostemma ovatum Miq. [unknown]
  • Lavenia glutinosa Gaudich. [unknown]
  • Adenostemma lavenia viscosum (J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) M.R.Almeida [unknown]
  • Lavenia macrophylla Blume [unknown]
  • Adenostemma glutinosum DC. [unknown]
  • Lavenia macrophylla repens Blume [unknown]
  • Adenostemma viscosum viscosum [unknown]
  • Ageratum strictum Sims [unknown]
  • Adenostemma microcephalum DC. [unknown]
  • Adenostemma perrottetii DC. [unknown]
  • Adenostemma natalense DC. [unknown]
  • Lavenia viscida Buch.-Ham. [unknown]

Description

Adenostemma viscosum (also called sticky adenostemma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to western North America, from California to British Columbia, and can be found in dry, open habitats such as chaparral, sagebrush, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Adenostemma viscosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, digestive problems, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenostemma viscosum has small yellow flowers, with seeds that are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenostemma viscosum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Adenostemma viscosum

Adenostemma viscosum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Adenostemma viscosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenostemma viscosum?

Adenostemma viscosum

What is the family of Adenostemma viscosum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Adenostemma viscosum?

Sticky adenostemma

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-46201: Based on the initial data import
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Johann Reinhold Forster (1729-1798): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Forst.' in the authors string.