Status:
valid
Authors:
D.J.N.Hind
Source:
gcc
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 64(2): 291 (-294; fig. 1) (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047287
Common Names
- Agrianthus carvalhoi
- Carvalho's Agrianthus
- Agrianthus Carvalhoi
Description
Agrianthus carvalhoi (also called 'Carvalho's Agrianthus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has yellow flowers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Agrianthus carvalhoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover. It has a pleasant aroma and can be used as an insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agrianthus carvalhoi is a small white flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agrianthus carvalhoi is an evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Agrianthus carvalhoi
Agrianthus carvalhoi is native to Brazil and can be found in dry, open areas.
Agrianthus carvalhoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agrianthus carvalhoi?
Agrianthus carvalhoi
What is the common name of Agrianthus carvalhoi?
Carvalho's agrianthus
What is the natural habitat of Agrianthus carvalhoi?
Open woodlands, grasslands, and meadows
Species in the Agrianthus 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,