Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elata
ID:
90084

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sond.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 23: 67 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089413

Common Names

  • Elate Athrixia
  • Upright Athrixia
  • Athrixia Upright

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Description

Athrixia elata (also called Athrixia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has long, thin leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Athrixia elata is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive and respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Athrixia elata flower is yellow with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Athrixia elata is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, bright spot. To propagate from cuttings, take a stem cutting and allow it to dry for a few days before planting it in a well-draining soil mix. Water the soil lightly and keep it in a warm, bright spot. The cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Athrixia elata

Athrixia elata is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and savannas.

Athrixia elata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Athrixia elata?

Athrixia elata

What is the common name of Athrixia elata?

Upright Athrixia

What type of plant is Athrixia elata?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Athrixia elata found?

South Africa

What is the growth habit of Athrixia elata?

Upright

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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