Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sojakii
ID:
41004

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 19(1): 155 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040333



Common Names

  • Sojak's Atractylis
  • Sojak's Atractylis Daisy
  • Sojak's Daisy


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Description

Atractylis sojakii (also called Sojak's Atractylis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny places such as hillsides, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It is an annual herb with yellow flowers and finely divided leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Atractylis sojakii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and as a source of natural dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Atractylis sojakii is yellow, with a single head of disc florets surrounded by ray florets. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atractylis sojakii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to water it regularly during the growing season and to fertilize it once a year.

Where to Find Atractylis sojakii

Atractylis sojakii is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family and is found in the Mediterranean region.

Atractylis sojakii FAQ

What are the natural habitats of Atractylis sojakii?

Atractylis sojakii is found in rocky and grassy slopes, open woods, and scrubland.

What is the flowering season of Atractylis sojakii?

Atractylis sojakii typically flowers from May to July.

What is the conservation status of Atractylis sojakii?

Atractylis sojakii is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.

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