Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolium
ID:
60435

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundgren

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 31: 45 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059764



Common Names

  • Narrow-Leaved Anaxeton
  • Narrow-Leaved Hawkweed
  • Narrow-Leaved Plume Grass


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Description

Anaxeton angustifolium (also called narrow-leaved anaxeton, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to Europe and western Asia. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anaxeton angustifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anaxeton angustifolium is yellow and has a single head with a few ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is small and has a single stem with a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaxeton angustifolium is a fast-growing, annual herb that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds directly in the soil in spring or autumn and keep the soil moist. The plant will reach a height of up to 30 cm and has a spreading habit.

Where to Find Anaxeton angustifolium

Anaxeton angustifolium is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Anaxeton angustifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaxeton angustifolium?

Anaxeton angustifolium

What is the common name of Anaxeton angustifolium?

Narrow-Leaved Anaxeton

What is the family of Anaxeton angustifolium?

Asteraceae

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-16837: Based on the initial data import
Jan Lundgren (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundgren' in the authors string.