Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
subsquarrosus
ID:
39667

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 55 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038996



Common Names

  • Antillanthus subsquarrosus
  • Subsquarrose Antillanthus
  • Subsquarrose Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Senecio subsquarrosus Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Antillanthus subsquarrosus (also called 'Subsquarrose Antillanthus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean. It has a tall, erect stem and small, white flower heads. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils, and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Antillanthus subsquarrosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of natural dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antillanthus subsquarrosus has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antillanthus subsquarrosus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be divided in the spring or fall for propagation.

Where to Find Antillanthus subsquarrosus

Antillanthus subsquarrosus is native to the Caribbean. It can be found in dry, rocky slopes and grasslands.

Antillanthus subsquarrosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antillanthus subsquarrosus?

Antillanthus subsquarrosus

What is the common name of Antillanthus subsquarrosus?

Subsquarrose Antillanthus

What type of plant is Antillanthus subsquarrosus?

Perennial

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-137703: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.