Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
polycephala
ID:
89723

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 4: 481, nomen (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089052



Common Names

  • Atractylis Polycephala
  • Polycephala Atractylis
  • Many-Headed Atractylis


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Description

Atractylis polycephala (also called Many-headed Atractylis, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Asteraceae family. It has a single stem with a few branches and grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Atractylis polycephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and other illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Atractylis polycephala is a yellow-white composite flower head, with a central disc of yellow disc florets and yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, black, and oblong. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a single flower head.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atractylis polycephala is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in early spring or late fall.

Where to Find Atractylis polycephala

Atractylis polycephala is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in the countries of Spain, France, and Italy.

Atractylis polycephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atractylis polycephala?

Atractylis polycephala

What is the common name of Atractylis polycephala?

Many-headed Atractylis

Where is Atractylis polycephala native to?

Mexico

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-45374: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.