Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
poliifolius
ID:
5969

Status:
valid

Authors:
Novopokr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 13: 343 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005298



Common Names

  • Asterothamnus Poliifolius
  • Many-Leaved Asterothamnus
  • Many-Leaved Senecio


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Description

Asterothamnus poliifolius (also called many-leaved asterothamnus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a single stem that grows up to 1 m tall and produces numerous small white flowers. It is found in open fields, pastures, and roadsides in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Asterothamnus poliifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asterothamnus poliifolius has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asterothamnus poliifolius is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -2°C.

Where to Find Asterothamnus poliifolius

Asterothamnus poliifolius is native to the Cerrado biome in Brazil.

Asterothamnus poliifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asterothamnus poliifolius?

Asterothamnus poliifolius

What is the natural habitat of Asterothamnus poliifolius?

Asterothamnus poliifolius is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

What are the common uses of Asterothamnus poliifolius?

Asterothamnus poliifolius is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as an ingredient in herbal teas.

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