Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
toroi
ID:
42413

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 30: 226 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041742



Common Names

  • Asplundianthus Toroi
  • Toroi Cushionplant
  • Toroi Moss


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium toroi B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Asplundianthus toroi (also called Asplund's False Agave, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to the deserts of Mexico and the United States. It has a rosette of fleshy, pointed leaves with a blue-green color and a yellow stripe along the edges. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is tolerant of drought and heat.

Uses & Benefits

Asplundianthus toroi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat coughs and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asplundianthus toroi has white flowers with yellow centres, and its seeds are small and brown. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplundianthus toroi is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Asplundianthus toroi

Asplundianthus toroi is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Asplundianthus toroi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplundianthus toroi?

Asplundianthus toroi

What is the common name of Asplundianthus toroi?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Asplundianthus toroi?

It is found in humid forests in Brazil

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-140372: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.