Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
purpurascens
ID:
13128

Status:
valid

Authors:
Larsen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 20: 33 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012457



Common Names

  • Purple Astranthium
  • Purple Daisy
  • Purple Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Bellis purpurascens B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Astranthium purpurascens (also called Purple Astranthium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a rosette of leaves with purple flowers. It typically grows in disturbed areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astranthium purpurascens is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astranthium purpurascens is purple and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astranthium purpurascens is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. The plant prefers full sun and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Astranthium purpurascens

Astranthium purpurascens can be found in the western United States, from California to Texas.

Astranthium purpurascens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astranthium purpurascens?

Astranthium purpurascens

What are the common names of Astranthium purpurascens?

Purple Prairie Clover

What is the habitat of Astranthium purpurascens?

Dry prairies, open woods, and roadsides

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,

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