Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
32970

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3(17): 245 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032299

Common Names

  • Ionactis alpina
  • Alpine Ionactis
  • Mountain Ionactis

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Description

Ionactis alpina (also called Ionactis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem with alternate, oblong leaves. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ionactis alpina is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ionactis alpina has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ionactis alpina is a perennial herb that is native to the Alps. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings in early spring.

Where to Find Ionactis alpina

Ionactis alpina is native to North America and can be found in moist, open woods and along roadsides.

Ionactis alpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ionactis alpina?

Ionactis alpina

What is the natural habitat of Ionactis alpina?

Ionactis alpina is native to the Alps and other mountainous regions of Europe.

What are the uses of Ionactis alpina?

Ionactis alpina is used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and as a food source.

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-131234: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.