Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acantholepis
ID:
77531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kar. & Kir.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 15: 394 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076860



Common Names

  • Alfredia
  • Acantholepis
  • Alfredia Acantholepis


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Description

Alfredia acantholepis (also called Acantholepis Alfredia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet and has small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered in silvery-white hairs. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and canyons.

Uses & Benefits

Alfredia acantholepis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alfredia acantholepis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are black and small, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alfredia acantholepis is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or by seed in autumn. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in autumn and will germinate in spring.

Where to Find Alfredia acantholepis

Alfredia acantholepis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas and cliffs.

Alfredia acantholepis FAQ

What are the common names of Alfredia acantholepis?

Alfredia acantholepis is commonly known as the Spiny-Leaved Alfredia.

Where does Alfredia acantholepis grow?

Alfredia acantholepis is native to the Mediterranean region, but it can also be found in parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.

What is the growth habit of Alfredia acantholepis?

Alfredia acantholepis is an annual or biennial herb that grows up to 0.5 meters in height.

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-33500: Based on the initial data import
Grigori Karelin (1801-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kar.' in the authors string.
Ivan Petrovich Kirilov (1821-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kir.' in the authors string.