Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laevitomentosa
ID:
79658

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nyár. ex Sennikov) Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(2): 232 (22 Dec. 2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078987



Common Names

  • Laevitomentosa andryala
  • Smooth-hairy andryala
  • Smooth-hairy fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Andryala levitomentosa (Nyár.) P.D.Sell [unknown]
  • Pietrosia levitomentosa Nyár. [unknown]

Description

Andryala laevitomentosa (also called Smooth Cat's-ear, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and hairy leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Andryala laevitomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a high medicinal value and is used to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used to reduce inflammation and to improve digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andryala laevitomentosa has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andryala laevitomentosa is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division or seed. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed, division or cuttings.

Where to Find Andryala laevitomentosa

Andryala laevitomentosa is found in the Mediterranean region.

Andryala laevitomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andryala laevitomentosa?

Andryala laevitomentosa

What is the natural habitat of Andryala laevitomentosa?

It is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

What are the common names of Andryala laevitomentosa?

Common names include woolly-leaved andromeda, woolly-leaved andromeda-laurel, and woolly-leaved andromeda-laurel-tree.

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-3558: Based on the initial data import
Erasmus Julius Nyárády (1881-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nyár.' in the authors string.
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Aleksandr Sénnikov (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sennikov' in the authors string.