Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
calva
ID:
35160

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hutch.) Källersjö

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 5(6): 540 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034489



Common Names

  • Calva Inulanthera
  • Calva Daisy
  • Calva Aster


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Synonyms

  • Athanasia calva Hutch. [unknown]

Description

Inulanthera calva (also called Smooth Inula, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to North America. It has smooth stems and leaves, and its flowers are yellow. It grows in moist meadows, prairies, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Inulanthera calva is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inulanthera calva has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inulanthera calva can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Inulanthera calva

Inulanthera calva can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Inulanthera calva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inulanthera calva?

Inulanthera calva

What type of plant is Inulanthera calva?

Aster/Daisy

What is the common name of Inulanthera calva?

Bald Inula

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-133345: Based on the initial data import
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.