Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spanocephala
ID:
74865

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.C.Tseng

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 26(1): 74 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074194



Common Names

  • Ainsliaea spanocephala
  • Spanocephala Ainsliaea
  • Spanocephala


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Description

Ainsliaea spanocephala (also called Spanish-Headed Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ainsliaea spanocephala is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive white flowers and is drought tolerant. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ainsliaea spanocephala is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings are small, with a single basal leaf and a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ainsliaea spanocephala is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in a variety of climates, but is best suited for temperate climates. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Ainsliaea spanocephala

Ainsliaea spanocephala can be found in the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Azores.

Ainsliaea spanocephala FAQ

What type of plant is Ainsliaea spanocephala?

Ainsliaea spanocephala is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family.

Where is Ainsliaea spanocephala found?

Ainsliaea spanocephala is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

What are the characteristics of Ainsliaea spanocephala?

Ainsliaea spanocephala is an herbaceous perennial plant with yellow flowers and hairy leaves.

Species in the Ainsliaea genus

Ainsliaea uniflora, Ainsliaea henryi, Ainsliaea yunnanensis, Ainsliaea nana, Ainsliaea bonatii, Ainsliaea crassifolia, Ainsliaea spicata, Ainsliaea nervosa, Ainsliaea faurieana, Ainsliaea grossedentata, Ainsliaea rubrinervis, Ainsliaea qianiana, Ainsliaea lancangensis, Ainsliaea reflexa, Ainsliaea brandisiana, Ainsliaea paucicapitata, Ainsliaea mairei, Ainsliaea pingbianensis, Ainsliaea ramosa, Ainsliaea macrocephala, Ainsliaea apiculata, Ainsliaea trinervis, Ainsliaea macroclinidioides, Ainsliaea apteroides, Ainsliaea chapaensis, Ainsliaea fragrans, Ainsliaea angustifolia, Ainsliaea spanocephala, Ainsliaea glabra, Ainsliaea cavaleriei, Ainsliaea foliosa, Ainsliaea caesia, Ainsliaea pertyoides, Ainsliaea elegans, Ainsliaea walkeri, Ainsliaea parvifolia, Ainsliaea dissecta, Ainsliaea gracilis, Ainsliaea aptera, Ainsliaea cordifolia, Ainsliaea pentaflora, Ainsliaea fulvipes, Ainsliaea kawakamii, Ainsliaea acerifolia, Ainsliaea latifolia, Ainsliaea smithii, Ainsliaea angustata, Ainsliaea asaroides, Ainsliaea caobangensis,

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-30924: Based on the initial data import
Yung Chien Tseng (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.C.Tseng' in the authors string.