Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 87 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073710
Common Names
- Sertulifera Athanasia
- Athanasia sertulifera
- Sertulifera Daisy
Description
Athanasia sertulifera (also called Sertularia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with a single stem that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Athanasia sertulifera is an ornamental plant that is often used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used to attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, to the garden. The plant has medicinal properties and can be used to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Athanasia sertulifera is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Athanasia sertulifera is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall. It is a fast-growing plant and can reach up to 3 feet in height.
Where to Find Athanasia sertulifera
Athanasia sertulifera is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry meadows and grasslands.
Athanasia sertulifera FAQ
What are the common names of Athanasia sertulifera?
Common names of Athanasia sertulifera include the African Daisy, African Marguerite, and African Daisy Bush.
What are the growing requirements for Athanasia sertulifera?
Athanasia sertulifera prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
What is the size of Athanasia sertulifera?
Athanasia sertulifera typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet and a width of 1-2 feet.
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,