Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oocephala
ID:
43230

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Källersjö

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 5(6): 533 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042559



Common Names

  • Oocephala Athanasia
  • Pointed-headed Athanasia
  • Pointed-headed Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Stilpnophyton oocephalum DC. [unknown]

Description

Athanasia oocephala (also called Oocephalous Athanasia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It is a small herbaceous plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white. It grows in dry and sunny habitats such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Athanasia oocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is also used to make tea and as an herbal remedy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Athanasia oocephala has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Athanasia oocephala is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by seed in spring or by division in autumn.

Where to Find Athanasia oocephala

Athanasia oocephala can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Athanasia oocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Athanasia oocephala?

Athanasia oocephala

What is the natural habitat of Athanasia oocephala?

Mountain meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes

What are the common names of Athanasia oocephala?

Oocephala Athanasia

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-141170: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.