Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
palmeri
ID:
6437

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) C.Fernandez & L.Urbatsch

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68 136 1990

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005766

Common Names

  • Alloispermum palmeri
  • Alloispermum
  • Palmeri

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Synonyms

  • Alloispermum palmeri palmeri [unknown]

Description

Alloispermum palmeri (also called Palmer's aster, Palmer's starwort, and Palmer's aster, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of North America. It has small, white flowers and deeply divided leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Alloispermum palmeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alloispermum palmeri is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alloispermum palmeri is a perennial herb that is native to the Hawaiian Islands. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or early summer. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section can be planted in a separate pot.

Where to Find Alloispermum palmeri

Alloispermum palmeri is native to the southeastern United States, and can be found in moist, sandy soils in open woods and along roadsides. It is also found in parts of Mexico and Central America.

Alloispermum palmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alloispermum palmeri?

Alloispermum palmeri

What is the natural habitat of Alloispermum palmeri?

It is found in dry, open, grassy areas in the western United States and Mexico.

What are the benefits of Alloispermum palmeri?

Alloispermum palmeri has been used for its medicinal properties, including as a diuretic, antispasmodic, and to treat respiratory ailments.

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:271951-2: Based on the initial data import