Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ostenii
ID:
82462

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beauverd

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Genève ser. 2, 5: 226. 1913

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081791



Common Names

  • Micropsis Ostenii
  • Osten's Micropsis
  • Osten's Micropsis Plant


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Synonyms

  • Micropsis bonaerensis Manganaro [unknown]

Description

Micropsis ostenii (also called Osten's Micropsis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a single stem that can grow up to 1m in height. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a yellow flower head. It is native to the Middle East, and is found in dry open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Micropsis ostenii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer and attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Micropsis ostenii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micropsis ostenii is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. The plant prefers well-drained soils in full sun and is drought-tolerant. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Micropsis ostenii

Micropsis ostenii can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Micropsis ostenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micropsis ostenii?

Micropsis ostenii

What are the common names of Micropsis ostenii?

No common names

What is the growth habit of Micropsis ostenii?

It is an annual herb

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-3833: Based on the initial data import
Gustave Beauverd (1867-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beauverd' in the authors string.