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
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.
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 Athrixia genus
Athrixia gerrardii,
Athrixia subsimplex,
Athrixia fontinalis,
Athrixia capensis,
Athrixia arachnoidea,
Athrixia elata,
Athrixia phylicoides,
Athrixia fontana,
Athrixia angustissima,
Athrixia oblonga,
Athrixia rosmarinifolia,
Athrixia heterophylla,
Athrixia nyassana,
Athrixia debilis,
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,