Status:
valid
Authors:
S.F.Blake
Source:
gcc
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 27: 375 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029766
Common Names
- Alomia stenolepis
- Stenolepis Alomia
- Stenolepis Daisy
Description
Alomia stenolepis (also called Stenolepis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and produces yellow flowers. It is found in rocky areas, dry grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Alomia stenolepis, commonly known as the mountain daisy, is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Alomia stenolepis has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Alomia stenolepis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.
Where to Find Alomia stenolepis
Alomia stenolepis is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky habitats such as deserts, hillsides, and canyons.
Alomia stenolepis FAQ
What is the common name of Alomia stenolepis?
Stenolepis Alomia
What is the natural habitat of Alomia stenolepis?
Dry, rocky hillsides, garrigue, maquis and other open, sunny places
What are the uses of Alomia stenolepis?
The leaves and flowers of Alomia stenolepis are used for medicinal purposes
Species in the Alomia genus
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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,