Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
25488

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 4: 274 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024817



Common Names

  • Asteridea gracilis
  • Slender Asteridea
  • Graceful Asteridea


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Synonyms

  • Athrixia gracilis (A.Gray) Benth. [unknown]
  • Pteropogon gracilis A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Asteridea gracilis (also called Slender Asteridea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It is found in grasslands, disturbed areas, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Asteridea gracilis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asteridea gracilis has small, white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asteridea gracilis is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide the rootball into smaller sections, making sure each section has some roots. Plant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Asteridea gracilis

Asteridea gracilis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found growing in open, sunny areas such as grasslands and meadows.

Asteridea gracilis FAQ

What type of plant is Asteridea gracilis?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Asteridea gracilis native to?

It is native to South America

What is the scientific name of Asteridea gracilis?

Asteridea gracilis

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-123975: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.