Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 49(1): 76. 1997
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122378
Common Names
- Wooly Daisy
- Ollgaard's Daisy
- Woolly Daisy
Description
Aphanactis ollgaardii (also called Ollgaard's Aphanactis, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with a stem up to 10 cm tall. It is native to the Andes in Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands at elevations of 2500-3500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Aphanactis ollgaardii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine as a remedy for various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aphanactis ollgaardii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aphanactis ollgaardii is a perennial herb that is easily propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Aphanactis ollgaardii
Aphanactis ollgaardii is native to South America. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.
Aphanactis ollgaardii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aphanactis ollgaardii?
Aphanactis ollgaardii
What is the common name of Aphanactis ollgaardii?
Ollgaard's Aphanactis
What is the natural habitat of Aphanactis ollgaardii?
Grasslands of South Africa
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,