Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ovatum
ID:
9577

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Walter) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 294 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008906



Common Names

  • Arnoglossum
  • Ovatum Arnoglossum
  • Arnoglossum Ovatum


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Synonyms

  • Conophora ovata Nieuwl. [unknown]
  • Mesadenia maxima R.M.Harper [unknown]
  • Senecio walteri Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Mesadenia elliottii R.M.Harper [unknown]
  • Cacalia ovata Walter [unknown]
  • Mesadenia dentata Raf. [unknown]
  • Senecio ovatus (Walter) MacMill. [illegitimate]
  • Cacalia lanceolata lanceolata [unknown]
  • Senecio boscianus Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Cacalia lanceolata Nutt. [unknown]
  • Arnoglossum ovatum ovatum [unknown]
  • Mesadenia lanceolata Raf. [unknown]
  • Mesadenia angustifolia Rydb. [unknown]
  • Conophora maxima Niewland [unknown]
  • Cacalia lanceolata elliottii (R.M.Harper) Kral & R.K.Godfrey [unknown]
  • Cacalia lanceolata virescens (R.M.Harper) Shinners [unknown]
  • Mesadenia lanceolata virescens R.M.Harper [unknown]
  • Mesadenia lanceolata lanceolata [unknown]
  • Arnoglossum ovatum lanceolatum (Nutt.) D.B.Ward [unknown]
  • Cacalia maxima (R.M.Harper) Shinners [unknown]
  • Cacalia incana Bosc ex DC. [unknown]
  • Mesadenia ovata Raf. [unknown]

Description

Arnoglossum ovatum (also called Ovate-leaved arnoglossum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are arranged in a rosette. It grows in open grasslands, disturbed areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Arnoglossum ovatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arnoglossum ovatum has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a white midrib.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arnoglossum ovatum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Arnoglossum ovatum

Arnoglossum ovatum can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Missouri.

Arnoglossum ovatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arnoglossum ovatum?

Arnoglossum ovatum

What is the common name of Arnoglossum ovatum?

Indian Plantain

What is the natural habitat of Arnoglossum ovatum?

Dry woods, thickets, and rocky hillsides

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-108622: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Thomas Walter (1740-1789): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walter' in the authors string.