Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tenella
ID:
24082

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 72: 146. 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023411



Common Names

  • Eleutheranthera
  • Eleutheranthera Tenella
  • Slender Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Gymnolomia tenella Kunth [unknown]
  • Aspilia tenella (Kunth) S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Gymnopsis tenella DC. [unknown]

Description

Eleutheranthera tenella (also called Slender Eleutheranthera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean and grows in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Eleutheranthera tenella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eleutheranthera tenella is yellow and has a single row of petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eleutheranthera tenella is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Eleutheranthera tenella

Eleutheranthera tenella is native to South America and can be found in wet meadows and grasslands.

Eleutheranthera tenella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eleutheranthera tenella?

Eleutheranthera tenella

What is the family of Eleutheranthera tenella?

Asteraceae

Where is Eleutheranthera tenella found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region and in the Middle East.

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-122622: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.