Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cryptocephala
ID:
71400

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) F.G.Davies

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 36(1): 142 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070729



Common Names

  • Atractylis cryptocephala
  • Cryptocephalous Atractylis
  • Cryptocephalous Burr-Ragweed


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Description

Atractylis cryptocephala (also called Cryptic Atractylis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It has a basal rosette of leaves with toothed margins. The flowers are yellow and borne on a single stem. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Atractylis cryptocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Atractylis cryptocephala has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark-brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atractylis cryptocephala is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is also possible to propagate from root cuttings.

Where to Find Atractylis cryptocephala

Atractylis cryptocephala is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.

Atractylis cryptocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atractylis cryptocephala?

Atractylis cryptocephala

What is the common name of Atractylis cryptocephala?

Cryptocephalous Atractylis

What type of plant is Atractylis cryptocephala?

Atractylis cryptocephala is an annual flowering plant.

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-27533: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Frances G. Davies (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.G.Davies' in the authors string.