Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
aphylla
ID:
92900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f., Aellen & Esfand.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Anz. Österr. Akad. Wiss., Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. lxxxvii. 198 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092229



Common Names

  • Karvandarina
  • Karvandarina Aphylla
  • Indian Daisy


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Description

Karvandarina aphylla (also called 'False Daisy', 'False Fleabane', and 'False Chamomile', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to India and Sri Lanka. It has white flowers and grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Karvandarina aphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Karvandarina aphylla has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are thin, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Karvandarina aphylla is a perennial plant native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the fall and will germinate in the spring.

Where to Find Karvandarina aphylla

Karvandarina aphylla can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Karvandarina aphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Karvandarina aphylla?

Karvandarina aphylla

What is the common name of Karvandarina aphylla?

Aphyllous Karvandarina

What is the natural habitat of Karvandarina aphylla?

Karvandarina aphylla is found in moist, shady areas in the southeastern United States.

Species in the Karvandarina genus

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-48479: Based on the initial data import
Paul Aellen (1896-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aellen' in the authors string.
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Esfandiar Esfandiari (1910-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esfand.' in the authors string.