Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arnottiana
ID:
131016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. t. 1105

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130345



Common Names

  • Moonia
  • Arnott's Daisy
  • Arnott's Fleabane


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Description

Moonia arnottiana (also called Arnott's moonia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial, growing up to 1 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in open and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Moonia arnottiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Moonia arnottiana is white and has five petals. The seed is a small nutlet. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moonia arnottiana is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a cool climate and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Moonia arnottiana

Moonia arnottiana can be found in the Canary Islands.

Moonia arnottiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moonia arnottiana?

Moonia arnottiana

What is the family of Moonia arnottiana?

Fabaceae

What is the habitat of Moonia arnottiana?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-91246: Based on the initial data import
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.