Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rothia
ID:
69582

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068911



Common Names

  • Andryala rothia
  • Roth's Andryala
  • Roth's Cottonweed


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Synonyms

  • Rhodanthemum floccosa Pomel [unknown]
  • Andryala laxiflora laxiflora [unknown]
  • Andryala laxiflora candicans Maire [unknown]
  • Andryala malacitana Haens. ex Willk. [unknown]
  • Rothia andryaloides Gaertn. [unknown]
  • Andryala sinuata laxiflora (DC.) Nyman [unknown]
  • Andryala arenaria mariana Rivas Goday & Bellot [unknown]
  • Andryala rosea Steud. [unknown]
  • Andryala laxiflora DC. [unknown]
  • Rothia floccosa Pomel [unknown]
  • Andryala floccosa Pomel [unknown]

Description

Andryala rothia (also called Roth's Andryala, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Andryala rothia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andryala rothia has small white flowers with a single pistil and five stamens. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andryala rothia is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division of the rootstock. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Andryala rothia

Andryala rothia is native to Morocco and can be found in the Atlas Mountains region.

Andryala rothia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andryala rothia?

Andryala rothia

What is the common name of Andryala rothia?

Roth's Andryala

What is the family of Andryala rothia?

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