Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
orgyaloides
ID:
31021

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32: 279 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030350



Common Names

  • Orgyaloides
  • Idiothamnus
  • Idiothamnus orgyaloides


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Description

Idiothamnus orgyaloides (also called Orgya's Idiothamnus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Middle East. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Idiothamnus orgyaloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Idiothamnus orgyaloides is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Idiothamnus orgyaloides is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and is generally pest and disease free.

Where to Find Idiothamnus orgyaloides

Idiothamnus orgyaloides is native to the mountains of South America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, typically at elevations between 2,000 and 4,000 meters above sea level.

Idiothamnus orgyaloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Idiothamnus orgyaloides?

Idiothamnus orgyaloides

What is the family of Idiothamnus orgyaloides?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Idiothamnus orgyaloides?

Open woods and thickets

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-129342: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.