Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
87969

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Iljin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Izv. Bot. Sada Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 30: 113 (1932) (1931 publ. 1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087298



Common Names

  • Amberboa nana
  • Dwarf Everlasting
  • Dwarf Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea caspica Iljin [unknown]

Description

Amberboa nana (also called Dwarf Cornflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It is characterized by its small, blue flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It is typically found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Amberboa nana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amberboa nana has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amberboa nana is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips in spring or summer and place them in a pot of moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Amberboa nana

Amberboa nana is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sandy soils and rocky areas.

Amberboa nana FAQ

What are the common names for Amberboa nana?

Dwarf Cornflower

What type of soil does Amberboa nana prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

What is the optimal temperature range for Amberboa nana?

60-75°F (15-24°C)

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-43665: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Modest Mikhailovich Ilyin (1889-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iljin' in the authors string.