Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fuertesii
ID:
117985

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 44: 69 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117314



Common Names

  • Elekmania
  • Fuertesii
  • Mountain Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Senecio fuertesii Urb. [unknown]

Description

Elekmania fuertesii (also called Fuertes' Elekmania, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white or yellow flowers. It is native to the Canary Islands and grows in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Elekmania fuertesii is a shrub native to Mexico. It is often used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. It can also be used as a windbreak or in erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Elekmania fuertesii is a small, white, five-petaled bloom with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elekmania fuertesii is a perennial that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or by seed sown in spring or early summer. Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering.

Where to Find Elekmania fuertesii

Elekmania fuertesii is native to the Caribbean and can be found in Cuba, Hispaniola, and Puerto Rico.

Elekmania fuertesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elekmania fuertesii?

Elekmania fuertesii

What is the common name of Elekmania fuertesii?

Fuertesii Elekmania

What type of plant is Elekmania fuertesii?

Elekmania fuertesii is a shrub

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-78679: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.