Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wurdackii
ID:
117022

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 31: 311 (-312), fig (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116351



Common Names

  • Amboroa Wurdackii
  • Wurdackii Amboroa
  • Amboroa


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Description

Amboroa wurdackii (also called Wurdack's Amboroa, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in disturbed soils and is often found in fields and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Amboroa wurdackii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties and is used to treat skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Amboroa wurdackii is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a flower head.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amboroa wurdackii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Amboroa wurdackii

Amboroa wurdackii is found in the dry grasslands of South America.

Amboroa wurdackii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amboroa wurdackii?

Amboroa wurdackii

What is the family of Amboroa wurdackii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Amboroa wurdackii?

Wurdack's Fleabane

Species in the Amboroa genus

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-77756: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.