Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
argentea
ID:
136614

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Hoffm.) Wild & G.V.Pope

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Kirkia 10(2): 323 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135943



Common Names

  • Argentea Bothriocline
  • Bothriocline
  • Bothriocline argentea


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Synonyms

  • Volkensia argentea O.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Bothriocline argentea argentea [unknown]

Description

Bothriocline argentea (also called Silver Bothriocline, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has large, toothed leaves and white flower heads. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bothriocline argentea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating digestive disorders, respiratory problems, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bothriocline argentea var. ungurensis C.Jeffrey
Bothriocline argentea var. ukagurensis C.Jeffrey

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bothriocline argentea is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a tuft of white hairs at the top. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bothriocline argentea is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Bothriocline argentea

Bothriocline argentea can be found in the dry grasslands of South Africa.

Bothriocline argentea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bothriocline argentea?

Bothriocline argentea

What is the common name of Bothriocline argentea?

Silver Bothriocline

What is the natural habitat of Bothriocline argentea?

Dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes

Species in the Bothriocline genus

Bothriocline imatongensis, Bothriocline muschleriana, Bothriocline bampsii, Bothriocline kungwensis, Bothriocline cuneifolia, Bothriocline upembensis, Bothriocline malaissei, Bothriocline hoyoensis, Bothriocline grandicapitulata, Bothriocline leonardiana, Bothriocline schimperi, Bothriocline quercifolia, Bothriocline hispida, Bothriocline huillensis, Bothriocline monocephala, Bothriocline pectinata, Bothriocline glomerata, Bothriocline aggregata, Bothriocline concinna, Bothriocline moramballae, Bothriocline monticola, Bothriocline carrissoi, Bothriocline amplifolia, Bothriocline laxa, Bothriocline steetziana, Bothriocline atroviolacea, Bothriocline nyungwensis, Bothriocline grindeliifolia, Bothriocline microcephala, Bothriocline inyangana, Bothriocline attenuata, Bothriocline sengensis, Bothriocline trifoliata, Bothriocline katangensis, Bothriocline wittei, Bothriocline ugandensis, Bothriocline glabrescens, Bothriocline pauwelsii, Bothriocline auriculata, Bothriocline shagayuensis, Bothriocline nyiruensis, Bothriocline kundelungensis, Bothriocline fusca, Bothriocline mbalensis, Bothriocline angolensis, Bothriocline madagascariensis, Bothriocline marungensis, Bothriocline subcordata, Bothriocline congesta, Bothriocline ruwenzoriensis,

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-96671: Based on the initial data import
Karl August Otto Hoffmann (1853-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Hoffm.' in the authors string.
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.
Gerald Vernon Pope (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.V.Pope' in the authors string.