Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 49(1): 73. 1997
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000101824
Common Names
- Aphanactis Antisanensis
- Antisanensis Aphanactis
- Antisanensis Daisy
Description
Aphanactis antisanensis (also called Antisan Aphanactis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of about 1-2 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, open woods and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Aphanactis antisanensis is used as a decorative plant in gardens and is also used as an ornamental plant in flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aphanactis antisanensis is small, white, and star-shaped. The seed is small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aphanactis antisanensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best to start the seeds indoors in late winter or early spring and then transplant the seedlings outdoors after the last frost. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings taken in the summer.
Where to Find Aphanactis antisanensis
Aphanactis antisanensis can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.
Aphanactis antisanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aphanactis antisanensis?
Aphanactis antisanensis
What is the family of Aphanactis antisanensis?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Aphanactis antisanensis?
Antisanense Aphanactis
Species in the Aphanactis 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,