Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
65578

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Dietr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl. iv. 1401.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064907



Common Names

  • Spatulate Athanasia
  • Athanasia
  • Spathulata


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Synonyms

  • Morysia spathulata DC. [unknown]

Description

Athanasia spathulata (also called spoonleaf everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small white flower heads and spoon-shaped leaves. It grows in dry grasslands and scrub, and prefers sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Athanasia spathulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Athanasia spathulata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or fall. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Athanasia spathulata

Athanasia spathulata is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open areas such as hillsides and roadsides.

Athanasia spathulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Athanasia spathulata?

Athanasia spathulata

What is the common name of Athanasia spathulata?

Spathulate-leaved Athanasia

What is the natural habitat of Athanasia spathulata?

Athanasia spathulata is found in dry, rocky soils in the Mediterranean region

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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