Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asperum
ID:
8076

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 268 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007405



Common Names

  • Rough Anaxeton
  • Asper Anaxeton
  • Rough-leaved Anaxeton


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Synonyms

  • Anaxeton asperum asperum [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium asperum Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Anaxeton asperum (also called Rough Anaxeton, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and temperate Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Anaxeton asperum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anaxeton asperum sub. asperum
Anaxeton asperum sub. pauciflorum Lundgren

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anaxeton asperum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaxeton asperum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a cool climate and can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Anaxeton asperum

Anaxeton asperum is native to the Mediterranean region.

Anaxeton asperum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaxeton asperum?

Anaxeton asperum

What is the common name of Anaxeton asperum?

Rough Anaxeton

What is the natural habitat of Anaxeton asperum?

Anaxeton asperum is native to the Mediterranean region.

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,