Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
excelsus
ID:
139724

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poepp.) H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 51 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139053



Common Names

  • Excelsus Ferreyranthus
  • Ferreyranthus
  • Ferreyranthus Excelsus


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Synonyms

  • Liabum excelsum S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Andromachia excelsa Poepp. [unknown]

Description

Ferreyranthus excelsus (also called 'Fringed-Leaf Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Argentina and Bolivia. It is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes, growing up to 20 cm in height.

Uses & Benefits

Ferreyranthus excelsus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating digestive disorders, skin conditions, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ferreyranthus excelsus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with two leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ferreyranthus excelsus is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When grown in containers, it should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Ferreyranthus excelsus

Ferreyranthus excelsus is native to South America and is commonly found in open, dry habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Ferreyranthus excelsus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ferreyranthus excelsus?

Ferreyranthus excelsus

What type of plant is Ferreyranthus excelsus?

Perennial herb

Where is Ferreyranthus excelsus found?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-9967: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.