Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
acerosa
ID:
26783

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Panero

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 87(1): 13 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026112



Common Names

  • Euphrosyne acerosa
  • Mountain Everlasting
  • Mountain Cudweed


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Synonyms

  • Oxytenia acerosa Nutt. [unknown]
  • Iva acerosa (Nutt.) R.C.Jacks. [unknown]

Description

Euphrosyne acerosa (also called 'Acerose Euphrosyne', among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is commonly found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Euphrosyne acerosa is a plant native to the Andes and is used in traditional medicine to treat respiratory diseases and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euphrosyne acerosa is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euphrosyne acerosa is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it is best to avoid soils that are too wet or too dry. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in late summer or early fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil.

Where to Find Euphrosyne acerosa

Euphrosyne acerosa can be found in the mountains of Central and Southern Europe.

Euphrosyne acerosa FAQ

What are the common names of Euphrosyne acerosa?

Common names of Euphrosyne acerosa include acerose false-heather and acerose euphrosyne.

What is the native range of Euphrosyne acerosa?

Euphrosyne acerosa is native to the Mediterranean region.

What type of habitat does Euphrosyne acerosa prefer?

Euphrosyne acerosa prefers dry, sunny habitats such as rocky slopes and grasslands.

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

Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
José L. Panero (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panero' in the authors string.