Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
proteiforme
ID:
39506

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humbert) Mattf

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038835

Common Names

  • Proteiform Athroisma
  • Proteiform Daisy
  • Proteiform Fleabane

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Description

Athroisma proteiforme (also called 'Proteiform Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It grows to a height of 10-20 cm and has a rosette of leaves with white flowers. It is found in open woodland, grassland, and heathland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Athroisma proteiforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Athroisma proteiforme has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Athroisma proteiforme is a low-growing perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring and divisions should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Athroisma proteiforme

Athroisma proteiforme can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Athroisma proteiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Athroisma proteiforme?

Athroisma proteiforme

What is the common name of Athroisma proteiforme?

Proteiform Athroisma

What is the natural habitat of Athroisma proteiforme?

Dry grasslands, steppes, and rocky slopes

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,

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