Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arborescens
ID:
2752

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 354 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002081



Common Names

  • Arborescent Anaxeton
  • Anaxeton
  • Arborescent


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Synonyms

  • Anaxeton recurvum DC. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium arborescens L. [unknown]
  • Anaxeton floridum Poir. [unknown]
  • Anaxeton floridum Lam. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium floridum Poir. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium stenocladum Schrank [unknown]
  • Anaxeton arboreum Gaertn. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium arboreum L. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium cylindricum L'Hér. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium rigidum Salisb. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium recurvum Lam. [unknown]

Description

Anaxeton arborescens (also called Tree Anaxeton, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rounded crown and a single trunk, with dark green, glossy leaves. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Uses & Benefits

Anaxeton arborescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anaxeton arborescens has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaxeton arborescens is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and keep the soil moist until germination. Once the seedlings are established, they should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Deadheading the flowers will help to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Anaxeton arborescens

Anaxeton arborescens can be found in the mountains of central and southern Europe.

Anaxeton arborescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaxeton arborescens?

Anaxeton arborescens

What is the common name of Anaxeton arborescens?

Tree anaxeton

What is the natural habitat of Anaxeton arborescens?

Grasslands, meadows, and pastures

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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