Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
callosa
ID:
93497

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 49: 443 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092826



Common Names

  • Alomia Callosa
  • Callosa's Alomia
  • Callosa Alomia


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Synonyms

  • Ageratum callosum S.Watson [unknown]

Description

Alomia callosa (also called Alomia callosa, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Alomia callosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alomia callosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and bushy with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alomia callosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It should be planted in spring or fall and can be divided every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Alomia callosa

Alomia callosa can be found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas.

Alomia callosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alomia callosa?

Alomia callosa

What type of plant is Alomia callosa?

Annual herb

Where is Alomia callosa found?

South America

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,

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