Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
falcata
ID:
36786

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.S.Short

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 8(1): 19 (1995) (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036115



Common Names

  • Millotia
  • Falcata
  • Millotia Falcata


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Description

Millotia falcata (also called Sickle-shaped Millotia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It has a basal rosette of leaves with toothed margins and a stem with yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Millotia falcata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Millotia falcata has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millotia falcata is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, but it is not recommended as the seedlings are not true to the parent plant.

Where to Find Millotia falcata

Millotia falcata can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in the south of France and in the Balearic Islands.

Millotia falcata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millotia falcata?

Millotia falcata

What is the common name of Millotia falcata?

Sickle-leaved Millotia

What is the family of Millotia falcata?

Asteraceae

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-134929: Based on the initial data import
Philip Sydney Short (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Short' in the authors string.