Status:
valid
Authors:
Cufod.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. , n.s., 50: 108 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005013
Common Names
- Boran Athroisma
- Boran Everlasting
- Boran Immortelle
Description
Athroisma boranense (also called Borana Athroisma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Ethiopia. It has small, linear leaves and white, daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Athroisma boranense is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and in cosmetics and skincare products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Athroisma boranense has yellow flowers with five petals and a single row of yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Athroisma boranense is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Athroisma boranense
Athroisma boranense is native to Ethiopia and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Athroisma boranense FAQ
What is Athroisma boranense?
Athroisma boranense is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae.
What are the benefits of Athroisma boranense?
Athroisma boranense has a variety of health benefits, including reducing inflammation, aiding digestion, and promoting relaxation.
How is Athroisma boranense used?
Athroisma boranense is commonly used in teas, tinctures, and topical applications for its medicinal properties.
Species in the Athroisma genus
Athroisma boranense,
Athroisma lobatum,
Athroisma psilocarpum,
Athroisma stuhlmannii,
Athroisma proteiforme,
Athroisma pinnatifidum,
Athroisma inevitabile,
Athroisma hastifolium,
Athroisma fanshawei,
Athroisma pusillum,
Athroisma gracile,
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,