Status:
valid
Authors:
Cass.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 48: 447 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000097344
Common Names
- Aetheolaena involucrata
- Involucrate aetheolaena
- Aetheolaena
Description
Aetheolaena involucrata (also called 'Pale-flowered Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a single flower head. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Aetheolaena involucrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is a popular choice for rock gardens. It is also used as a ground cover and is known for its drought tolerance.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aetheolaena involucrata has white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aetheolaena involucrata is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep them in a warm, bright location. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Aetheolaena involucrata
Aetheolaena involucrata is native to South America and can be found in the Andean region of the continent.
Aetheolaena involucrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aetheolaena involucrata?
Aetheolaena involucrata
What is the common name of Aetheolaena involucrata?
Involucrate Aetheolaena
Where is Aetheolaena involucrata native to?
South America
Species in the Aetheolaena genus
Aetheolaena senecioides,
Aetheolaena patens,
Aetheolaena lingulata,
Aetheolaena mochensis,
Aetheolaena caldasensis,
Aetheolaena ledifolia,
Aetheolaena loesneri,
Aetheolaena pichinchensis,
Aetheolaena campanulata,
Aetheolaena mojandensis,
Aetheolaena otophora,
Aetheolaena subinvolucrata,
Aetheolaena involucrata,
Aetheolaena hypoleuca,
Aetheolaena heterophylla,
Aetheolaena doryphylla,
Aetheolaena decipiens,
Aetheolaena rosana,
Aetheolaena cuencana,
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,