Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squarrosa
ID:
9537

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Anderb. & K.Bremer

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 78(4): 1071 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008866



Common Names

  • Squarrosa Oedera
  • Oedera Squarrosa
  • Squarrosa Oedera


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Description

Oedera squarrosa (also called 'Squarrose Oedera', among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oedera squarrosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oedera squarrosa is a yellow disc floret with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oedera squarrosa is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It should be planted in spring and can be divided in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Oedera squarrosa

Oedera squarrosa is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Oedera squarrosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oedera squarrosa?

Oedera squarrosa

What are the common names of Oedera squarrosa?

Squarrose Oedera

What is the natural habitat of Oedera squarrosa?

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-108583: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Kåre Bremer (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Bremer' in the authors string.