Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fanshawei
ID:
66064

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wild

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Kirkia 12(1): 18 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065393

Common Names

  • Athroisma fanshawei
  • Fanshawe's Athroisma
  • Fanshawe's Sunray

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Description

Athroisma fanshawei (also called 'Fanshawe's Ragwort', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in rocky areas, grasslands and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Athroisma fanshawei is used in traditional medicine for its diuretic, anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties. It is also used in cosmetics and perfumes, as well as in the production of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Athroisma fanshawei is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Athroisma fanshawei is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in the spring.

Where to Find Athroisma fanshawei

Athroisma fanshawei is native to Mexico and can be found in dry scrublands and grasslands.

Athroisma fanshawei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Athroisma fanshawei?

Athroisma fanshawei

What is the common name of Athroisma fanshawei?

N/A

Where is Athroisma fanshawei native to?

South America

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-22313: Based on the initial data import
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.