Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
obovata
ID:
119011

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 23A (11): 94 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118340



Common Names

  • Anastraphia
  • Oval-leaved Daisy
  • Oval-leaf Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Gochnatia obovata (Urb. & Ekman) J.Jiménez Alm. [unknown]
  • Gochnatia buchii obovata (Urb. & Ekman) Cabrera [deprecated]

Description

Anastraphia obovata (also called white-flowered anastraphia, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America and grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats. It has white flowers and obovate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Anastraphia obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anastraphia obovata is small and white. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anastraphia obovata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers a sandy loam. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or fall. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a sunny location in the spring or fall. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Anastraphia obovata

Anastraphia obovata is native to the western United States. It can be found in dry, open areas, such as rocky hillsides and desert scrub.

Anastraphia obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anastraphia obovata?

Anastraphia obovata

What type of plant is Anastraphia obovata?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Where is Anastraphia obovata found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Anastraphia genus

Anastraphia gomezii, Anastraphia obtusifolia, Anastraphia pauciflosculosa, Anastraphia attenuata, Anastraphia northropiana, Anastraphia buchii, Anastraphia ekmanii, Anastraphia mantuensis, Anastraphia enneantha, Anastraphia maisiana, Anastraphia shaferi, Anastraphia microcephala, Anastraphia cubensis, Anastraphia ilicifolia, Anastraphia oligantha, Anastraphia crassifolia, Anastraphia cristalensis, Anastraphia geigeliae, Anastraphia crebribracteata, Anastraphia herrerae, Anastraphia oviedoae, Anastraphia parvifolia, Anastraphia recurva, Anastraphia northropiana, Anastraphia montana, Anastraphia elliptica, Anastraphia tortuensis, Anastraphia obovata, Anastraphia cowellii, Anastraphia intertexta, Anastraphia calcicola, Anastraphia picardae, Anastraphia recurva, Anastraphia wilsonii, Anastraphia sessilis,

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-79671: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.