Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alternifolius
ID:
135679

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roth

Source:
gcc

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Catal. Bot. 2: 111. 1800

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135008



Common Names

  • Alternifolius
  • Alternate-leaved Amellus
  • Alternate-leaved Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Amellus hispidus hispidus [unknown]

Description

Amellus alternifolius (also called Alternate-leaved Amellus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has leathery leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Amellus alternifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Amellus alternifolius sub. alternifolius
Amellus alternifolius sub. angustissimus (DC.) Rommel

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Amellus alternifolius is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single stem with alternate, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amellus alternifolius is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed or division in spring. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels.

Where to Find Amellus alternifolius

Amellus alternifolius is native to Europe and can be found in grassy areas, meadows, and along roadsides.

Amellus alternifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amellus alternifolius?

Amellus alternifolius

What is the common name of Amellus alternifolius?

Alternate-leaved Amellus

What is the natural habitat of Amellus alternifolius?

Grasslands, heaths and open woodlands

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