Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chilensis
ID:
45194

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 2(10): 178 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044523



Common Names

  • Chilean Agoseris
  • Chilean Fleabane
  • Chilean Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Microrhynchus chilensis Less. [unknown]
  • Troximon chilense (Less.) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Microrhynchus laevigatus Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]

Description

Agoseris chilensis (also called Chilean agoseris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Agoseris chilensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Agoseris chilensis is yellow, with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agoseris chilensis is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Agoseris chilensis

Agoseris chilensis can be found in the temperate grasslands of Chile.

Agoseris chilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agoseris chilensis?

Agoseris chilensis

What is the common name of Agoseris chilensis?

Chilean Agoseris

What is the natural habitat of Agoseris chilensis?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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