Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
aristata
ID:
11176

Status:
valid

Authors:
Batt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 49: 291 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010505



Common Names

  • Aristata Atractylis
  • Atractylis Aristata
  • Atractylis


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Description

Atractylis aristata (also called common bur-marigold, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Atractylis aristata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Atractylis aristata has small, yellow, daisy-like flowers with yellow disc florets and yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, black, and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atractylis aristata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Atractylis aristata

Atractylis aristata is native to the Mediterranean region.

Atractylis aristata FAQ

What are the common names of Atractylis aristata?

Common names of Atractylis aristata include star thistle, star-leaved thistle, and star-leaved thistle.

What is the scientific name of Atractylis aristata?

The scientific name of Atractylis aristata is Atractylis aristata.

What is the natural habitat of Atractylis aristata?

Atractylis aristata is found in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

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