Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
29252

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Labill.) J.H.Willis

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 1: 160 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028581



Common Names

  • Spectacular Apalochlamys
  • Spectacular Daisy
  • Spectacular Fleabane


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Description

Apalochlamys spectabilis (also called Spectacular Apalochlamys, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to Australia and is commonly found in open woodlands and grasslands. Its leaves are linear to oblanceolate, and its flowers are yellow and daisy-like.

Uses & Benefits

Apalochlamys spectabilis has many non-medical uses. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible and can be cooked and eaten.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Apalochlamys spectabilis is a small yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green with a single stem and a single set of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apalochlamys spectabilis is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Apalochlamys spectabilis

Apalochlamys spectabilis can be found in the western and southern parts of South Africa.

Apalochlamys spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apalochlamys spectabilis?

Apalochlamys spectabilis

What are the common names of Apalochlamys spectabilis?

Common names of Apalochlamys spectabilis include the Spectacular Sea Anemone, Giant Sea Anemone, and Giant Pacific Anemone.

Where is Apalochlamys spectabilis found?

Apalochlamys spectabilis is found in the Pacific Ocean, ranging from Alaska to Mexico.

Species in the Apalochlamys genus

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

Jacques Labillardière (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labill.' in the authors string.
James Hamlyn Willis (1910-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Willis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:177731-1: Based on the initial data import