Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rosmarinifolia
ID:
125238

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv. & Hiern

Source:
gcc

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 3: 355 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124567

Common Names

  • Rosmarinifolia Athrixia
  • Rosemary Athrixia
  • Rosemary-leaved Athrixia

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Synonyms

  • Athrixia kassneri Muschl. [unknown]
  • Athrixia rosmarinifolia rosmarinifolia [unknown]
  • Klenzea rosmarinifolia Sch.Bip. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Klenzea rosmarinifolia Sch.Bip. ex Walp. [deprecated]

Description

Athrixia rosmarinifolia (also called Rosemary-leaved Athrixia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of central and southern Europe. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It grows in rocky, grassy areas and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Athrixia rosmarinifolia is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Athrixia rosmarinifolia var. foliosa (S.Moore) Kroner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Athrixia rosmarinifolia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Athrixia rosmarinifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated 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 grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Athrixia rosmarinifolia

Athrixia rosmarinifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in the western and eastern Cape Provinces.

Athrixia rosmarinifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Athrixia rosmarinifolia?

Athrixia rosmarinifolia

What is the common name of Athrixia rosmarinifolia?

Rosemary-leaved Athrixia

Where is Athrixia rosmarinifolia found?

Athrixia rosmarinifolia is found in the Mediterranean region.

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-85663: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.