Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crenata
ID:
78656

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1763

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2 2: 1180 (1763)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077985



Common Names

  • Crenate Athanasia
  • Crenate Daisy
  • Crenate Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Eclopes centauroides DC. [unknown]
  • Staehelina centauroides L. [unknown]
  • Athanasia oligocephala (DC.) Harv. [unknown]
  • Athanasia ebracteata ebracteata [unknown]
  • Athanasia oligocephala oligocephala [unknown]
  • Athanasia flexuosa oligocephala DC. [unknown]
  • Athanasia ebracteata hirsuta DC. [unknown]
  • Athanasia oligocephala glabra Harv. [unknown]
  • Staehelina centauroides Burm.f. [unknown]
  • Athanasia oligocephala hirsuta (DC.) Harv. [unknown]
  • Relhania centauroides Harv. [unknown]

Description

Athanasia crenata (also called 'Crenate Athanasia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and white flowers. It grows in rocky and sandy soils in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Athanasia crenata is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Athanasia crenata has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval shaped leaves and yellow flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Athanasia crenata is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed or division in spring. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in poor soils.

Where to Find Athanasia crenata

Athanasia crenata is a species of flowering plant found in the Mediterranean region.

Athanasia crenata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Athanasia crenata?

Athanasia crenata

What is the natural habitat of Athanasia crenata?

Athanasia crenata is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the common uses of Athanasia crenata?

Athanasia crenata is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source.

Species in the Athanasia genus

Athanasia quinquedentata, Athanasia pectinata, Athanasia grandiceps, Athanasia microcephala, Athanasia hirsuta, Athanasia juncea, Athanasia linifolia, Athanasia pachycephala, Athanasia elsiae, Athanasia scabra, Athanasia flexuosa, Athanasia trifurcata, Athanasia oocephala, Athanasia viridis, Athanasia adenantha, Athanasia imbricata, Athanasia calophylla, Athanasia spathulata, Athanasia leptocephala, Athanasia pubescens, Athanasia tomentosa, Athanasia sertulifera, Athanasia linifolia, Athanasia alba, Athanasia crenata, Athanasia dentata, Athanasia microphylla, Athanasia capitata, Athanasia cochlearifolia, Athanasia vestita, Athanasia pinnata, Athanasia inopinata, Athanasia minuta, Athanasia bremeri, Athanasia cuneifolia, Athanasia rugulosa, Athanasia filiformis, Athanasia humilis, Athanasia virgata, Athanasia crithmifolia, Athanasia argentea, Athanasia gyrosa,

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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