Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
valentinus
ID:
3881

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 892 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003210



Common Names

  • Valentin's Anacyclus
  • Valentin's Tickseed
  • Valentin's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Anacyclus prostratus Pomel [unknown]
  • Anacyclus hirsutus Lam. [unknown]
  • Anacyclus alboranensis Esteve & Varo [unknown]
  • Anacyclus dissimilis Pomel [unknown]
  • Anacyclus dissimilis dissimilis [unknown]
  • Anacyclus valentinus eriolepis Maire [unknown]
  • Anacyclus valentinus ligulata Sennen [unknown]
  • Anacyclus valentinus valentinus [unknown]
  • Anacyclus valentinus eudissimilis Maire [unknown]
  • Anacyclus valentinus valentinus [unknown]
  • Anacyclus valentinus microcephalus Costa [unknown]
  • Anacyclus lanuginosus Moench [unknown]
  • Anacyclus valentinus prostratus (Pomel) Batt. [unknown]
  • Chamaemelum valentinum All. [unknown]
  • Anacyclus valentinus dissimilis (Pomel) Jahand. & Maire [unknown]
  • Anacyclus valentinus prostratus (Pomel) Jahand. & Maire [unknown]
  • Anacyclus valentinus tripolitanus Borzí & Mattei [unknown]
  • Hiorthia valentina Less. [unknown]

Description

Anacyclus valentinus (also called Mount Atlas Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North Africa, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean region. It has a thick, woody rootstock and grows to a height of between 10 and 30 cm. It prefers dry, rocky soils and is often found in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Anacyclus valentinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anacyclus valentinus is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anacyclus valentinus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Anacyclus valentinus

Anacyclus valentinus is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in open woodlands or grasslands.

Anacyclus valentinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anacyclus valentinus?

Anacyclus valentinus

What is the natural habitat of Anacyclus valentinus?

Anacyclus valentinus is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the characteristics of Anacyclus valentinus?

Anacyclus valentinus is an annual herb with small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

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,

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