Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 214 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077872
Common Names
- Amellus coilopodius
- Coil-footed Amellus
- Coil-footed Daisy
Description
Amellus coilopodius (also called Amellus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a short stem and its leaves are linear-lanceolate, with a length of up to 6 cm. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Amellus coilopodius is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It has a long flowering period and is known for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Amellus coilopodius has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Amellus coilopodius is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by sowing seeds in spring or taking cuttings in summer.
Where to Find Amellus coilopodius
Amellus coilopodius can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.
Amellus coilopodius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amellus coilopodius?
Amellus coilopodius
What is the common name of Amellus coilopodius?
Coiled Amellus
Where is Amellus coilopodius found?
Amellus coilopodius is found in the western United States and Canada.
Species in the Amellus genus
Amellus epaleaceus,
Amellus nanus,
Amellus tenuifolius,
Amellus tridactylus,
Amellus flosculosus,
Amellus coilopodius,
Amellus capensis,
Amellus strigosus,
Amellus microglossus,
Amellus asteroides,
Amellus reductus,
Amellus alternifolius,
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,