Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uniflora
ID:
1726

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Jahresber. Pollichia 18-19: 187 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001055



Common Names

  • Ainsliaea uniflora
  • One-flowered Ainsliaea
  • One-flowered Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Diaspananthus palmatus Miq. [unknown]
  • Ainsliaea uniflora uniflora [unknown]
  • Diaspananthus uniflorus uniflorus [unknown]
  • Diplactis alpina Raf. [unknown]
  • Diaspananthus uniflorus niveus M.Mizush. [unknown]
  • Ainsliaea uniflora nivea (M.Mizush.) Yonek. [unknown]

Description

Ainsliaea uniflora (also called Ainsliaea, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a single flower head with yellow petals and a yellow center. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Ainsliaea uniflora is a medicinal plant, used to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used as a mulch to help retain moisture in the soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ainsliaea uniflora has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ainsliaea uniflora is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and should be kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Ainsliaea uniflora

Ainsliaea uniflora can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Ainsliaea uniflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ainsliaea uniflora?

Ainsliaea uniflora

What is the common name of Ainsliaea uniflora?

One-flowered Ainsliaea

What is the natural habitat of Ainsliaea uniflora?

It is found in dry, open woods and grasslands in the western United States.

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,