Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alternifolia
ID:
111471

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 35: 313 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000110800



Common Names

  • Erlangea
  • Alternifolia
  • Alternate-Leaved Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Haarera alternifolia (O.Hoffm.) Hutch. & E.A.Bruce [unknown]
  • Bothriocline alternifolia O.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Erlangea alternifolia (also called 'Alternate-leaved Erlangea', among many other common names) is an annual plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Erlangea alternifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erlangea alternifolia has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erlangea alternifolia is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Erlangea alternifolia

Erlangea alternifolia can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Erlangea alternifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erlangea alternifolia?

Erlangea alternifolia

What is the common name of Erlangea alternifolia?

Alternifolia

What is the family of Erlangea alternifolia?

Asteraceae

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