Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1783
Citation Micro:
Encycl. 1: 327 (1783)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117637
Common Names
- Cuneate Athanasia
- Cuneate Everlasting
- Cuneate Daisy
Synonyms
- Athanasia obtusa Compton [unknown]
Description
Athanasia cuneifolia (also called Winged Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is typically found in dry grasslands, meadows, and other open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Athanasia cuneifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a food source for livestock, and in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Athanasia cuneifolia has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Athanasia cuneifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.
Where to Find Athanasia cuneifolia
Athanasia cuneifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Athanasia cuneifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Athanasia cuneifolia?
Athanasia cuneifolia
What type of plant is Athanasia cuneifolia?
Athanasia cuneifolia is a perennial herb
Where is Athanasia cuneifolia found?
Athanasia cuneifolia is found in South Africa
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,