Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
asperella
ID:
114494

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rech.f. & Köie) Grierson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 145: 109 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113823



Common Names

  • Crinitaria Asperella
  • Crinitaria Plant
  • Asperella Plant


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Description

Crinitaria asperella (also called 'Asper Crinitaria', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a stem with a single flower head. The leaves are lanceolate, and the flowers are yellow. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, and is found in dry open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crinitaria asperella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat wounds and skin irritations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crinitaria asperella is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened disc with a small, white tuft of hairs at one end. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crinitaria asperella is a hardy perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, sown in spring or autumn. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Crinitaria asperella

Crinitaria asperella is native to South America and is found in dry, open areas.

Crinitaria asperella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crinitaria asperella?

Crinitaria asperella

What type of plant is Crinitaria asperella?

Crinitaria asperella is an annual herb.

Where is Crinitaria asperella native to?

Crinitaria asperella is native to South America.

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

Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Andrew John Charles Grierson (1929-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grierson' in the authors string.
Mogens Køie (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Köie' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:200384-1: Based on the initial data import