Atractylis caerulea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caerulea
ID:
119807
Status:
valid
Authors:
Batt.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1919
Citation Micro:
Contrib. Fl. Atlant. 52. 1919
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119136
Common Names
- Atractylis Caerulea
- Caerulea Atractylis
- Atractylis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Atractylis caerulea (also called Blue Atractylis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, blue flowers and is found in dry, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Atractylis caerulea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Atractylis caerulea is a bright blue, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Atractylis caerulea is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant can be divided into clumps and replanted in the desired location.
Where to Find Atractylis caerulea
Atractylis caerulea is found in the Canary Islands and Madeira.
Atractylis caerulea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Atractylis caerulea?
Atractylis caerulea
What is the common name of Atractylis caerulea?
Blue Atractylis
What is the habitat of Atractylis caerulea?
It is found in dry, open areas such as deserts and grasslands
Species in the Atractylis genus
Atractylis phaeolepis, Atractylis aristata, Atractylis yemensis, Atractylis delicatula, Atractylis serratuloides, Atractylis delvarii, Atractylis sojakii, Atractylis cancellata, Atractylis echinops, Atractylis spinosa, Atractylis serratuloides, Atractylis babelii, Atractylis prolifera, Atractylis cryptocephala, Atractylis kentrophylloides, Atractylis phazaniae, Atractylis polycephala, Atractylis humilis, Atractylis serrata, Atractylis arbuscula, Atractylis arabica, Atractylis preauxiana, Atractylis carduus, Atractylis boulosii, Atractylis echinata, Atractylis mernephthae, Atractylis auranitica, Atractylis caerulea, Atractylis caespitosa, Atractylis tutinii,
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-80439: Based on the initial data import
Jules Aimé Battandier (1848-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Batt.' in the authors string.