Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maroccanus
ID:
11703

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ball

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 11: 365 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011032

Common Names

  • Anacyclus Maroccanus
  • Maroccanus Anacyclus
  • Anacyclus

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Synonyms

  • Anacyclus valentinus maroccanus Ball ex Pit. [unknown]
  • Anacyclus clavatus maroccanus Ball [unknown]

Description

Anacyclus maroccanus (also called 'Moroccan pellitory', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white flowers and hairy leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Anacyclus maroccanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anacyclus maroccanus is a small, white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anacyclus maroccanus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the root clumps in early spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.

Where to Find Anacyclus maroccanus

Anacyclus maroccanus is native to North Africa and the Middle East.

Anacyclus maroccanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anacyclus maroccanus?

Anacyclus maroccanus

What is the common name of Anacyclus maroccanus?

Maroccan Anacyclus

What is the natural habitat of Anacyclus maroccanus?

It is found in the Mediterranean region of Morocco.

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-110691: Based on the initial data import
John Ball (1818-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ball' in the authors string.