Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) G.Taylor
Source:
gcc
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 71: 165, in adnot. (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022522
Common Names
- Anemonifolius Anisopappus
- Anemonifolius Daisy
- Anemonifolius Sunray
Description
Anisopappus anemonifolius (also called Anemone-leaved anisopappus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Africa. It has a branching growth habit and produces yellow or white flowers. It is commonly found in open fields, disturbed areas, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Anisopappus anemonifolius is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and gardens. It has a long flowering period and attracts butterflies and bees. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Anisopappus anemonifolius sub. anemonifolius
Anisopappus anemonifolius sub. abercornensis (G.Taylor) S.Ortiz
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anisopappus anemonifolius has small, yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anisopappus anemonifolius is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Seeds should be sown in early spring or late fall and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in early spring or late fall and the plant should be divided into small clumps for best results.
Where to Find Anisopappus anemonifolius
Anisopappus anemonifolius is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in parts of the Middle East, North Africa, and the Canary Islands.
Anisopappus anemonifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anisopappus anemonifolius?
Anisopappus anemonifolius
What is the common name of Anisopappus anemonifolius?
Anemone-leaved anisopappus
What is the habitat of Anisopappus anemonifolius?
It is found in dry, sandy or gravelly soils in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed sites
Species in the Anisopappus genus
Anisopappus paucidentatus,
Anisopappus rhombifolius,
Anisopappus smutsii,
Anisopappus alticolus,
Anisopappus lawalreanus,
Anisopappus burundiensis,
Anisopappus salviifolius,
Anisopappus grangeoides,
Anisopappus anemonifolius,
Anisopappus fruticosus,
Anisopappus petitianus,
Anisopappus boinensis,
Anisopappus sylvaticus,
Anisopappus chinensis,
Anisopappus lastii,
Anisopappus chinensis,
Anisopappus junodii,
Anisopappus lejolyanus,
Anisopappus buchwaldii,
Anisopappus robynsianus,
Anisopappus latifolius,
Anisopappus upembensis,
Anisopappus pumilus,
Anisopappus kirkii,
Anisopappus pinnatifida,
Anisopappus holstii,
Anisopappus longipes,
Anisopappus pseudopinnatifidus,
Anisopappus orbicularis,
Anisopappus marianus,
Anisopappus sylvatica,
Anisopappus alticola,
Anisopappus brandbergensis,
Anisopappus schinzii,
Anisopappus stuhlmannii,
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,