Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracile
ID:
130406

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Mattf

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 13: 302 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129735

Common Names

  • Athroisma gracile
  • Gracile Athroisma
  • Gracile's Athroisma

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Description

Athroisma gracile (also called Graceful Athroisma, among many other common names) is an annual flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, star-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in sandy soils, and is often found in dry meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Athroisma gracile is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Athroisma gracile sub. gracile
Athroisma gracile sub. psyllioides (Oliv.) T.Eriksson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Athroisma gracile is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Athroisma gracile is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but it does best in sandy or loamy soils. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Athroisma gracile

Athroisma gracile can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Athroisma gracile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Athroisma gracile?

Athroisma gracile

What is the common name of Athroisma gracile?

Graceful Athroisma

What is the natural habitat of Athroisma gracile?

Athroisma gracile is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny habitats.

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-90664: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.