Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
trichotomus
ID:
35776

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035105



Common Names

  • Antillanthus trichotomus
  • Antillanthus
  • Trichotomus


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Synonyms

  • Pentacalia trichotoma (Greenm.) Borhidi [unknown]
  • Senecio trichotomus Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Antillanthus trichotomus (also called Three-branched Antillanthus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces yellow flower heads. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Antillanthus trichotomus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antillanthus trichotomus has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a white-woolly underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antillanthus trichotomus is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. Alternatively, seeds can be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Antillanthus trichotomus

Antillanthus trichotomus is native to the Middle East, particularly in Turkey and Syria.

Antillanthus trichotomus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antillanthus trichotomus?

Antillanthus trichotomus

What is the common name of Antillanthus trichotomus?

Three-branched antillanthus

What type of environment does Antillanthus trichotomus prefer?

Dry, rocky soils in open areas such as grasslands and scrublands

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-133953: 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.