Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
keilii
ID:
20898

Status:
valid

Authors:
Morefield

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Novon 14(4): 464 (-467; fig. 1) (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020227



Common Names

  • Ancistrocarphus keilii
  • Keil's Ancistrocarphus
  • Keil's Bristly-starwort


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Description

Ancistrocarphus keilii (also called Keil's Ancistrocarphus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ancistrocarphus keilii is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ancistrocarphus keilii has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in heads. The seeds are small, black and glossy, and the seedlings have lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ancistrocarphus keilii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but it takes a long time to germinate and the plants are slow to establish.

Where to Find Ancistrocarphus keilii

Ancistrocarphus keilii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, grasslands, and scrublands.

Ancistrocarphus keilii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ancistrocarphus keilii?

Ancistrocarphus keilii

What type of plant is Ancistrocarphus keilii?

Herb

What is the common name of Ancistrocarphus keilii?

Keil's Ancistrocarphus

Species in the Ancistrocarphus genus

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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