Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Anderb. & K.Bremer
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 78(4): 1071 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013046
Common Names
- Many-spotted Oedera
- Many-spotted Water-starwort
- Many-spotted Starwort
Description
Oedera multipunctata (also called 'Many-spotted Oedera', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in dry, sandy soils, as well as in disturbed areas such as roadsides and cultivated fields.
Uses & Benefits
Oedera multipunctata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oedera multipunctata is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oedera multipunctata is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. It is best to water the plant regularly and to fertilize it once a month.
Where to Find Oedera multipunctata
Oedera multipunctata can be found in Europe, especially in the Alps and Pyrenees.
Oedera multipunctata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oedera multipunctata?
Oedera multipunctata
What is the common name of Oedera multipunctata?
Many-spotted sedge
Where is Oedera multipunctata found?
Oedera multipunctata is found in North America and Europe.
Species in the Oedera genus
Oedera squarrosa,
Oedera multipunctata,
Oedera muirii,
Oedera capense,
Oedera foveolata,
Oedera resinifera,
Oedera steyniae,
Oedera viscosa,
Oedera imbricata,
Oedera capensis,
Oedera conferta,
Oedera intermedia,
Oedera laevis,
Oedera genistifolia,
Oedera sedifolia,
Oedera silicicola,
Oedera epaleacea,
Oedera nordenstamii,
Oedera hirta,
Oedera uniflora,
Oedera speciosa,
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,