Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
obtusifolium
ID:
40584

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell. & Sond. ex Sond.) Paul G.Wilson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 8(3) 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039913



Common Names

  • Oblong-leaf Argentipallium
  • Oblong-leaf Silverbush
  • Oblong-leaf Silverweed


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Description

Argentipallium obtusifolium (also called Argentipallium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry open habitats such as rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Argentipallium obtusifolium is used in gardens and parks as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Argentipallium obtusifolium is yellow and has a single row of petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a shallow taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argentipallium obtusifolium is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in autumn.

Where to Find Argentipallium obtusifolium

Argentipallium obtusifolium can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Argentipallium obtusifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argentipallium obtusifolium?

Argentipallium obtusifolium

What is the natural habitat of Argentipallium obtusifolium?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.

What is the flowering period of Argentipallium obtusifolium?

It flowers from April to June.

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-138601: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.