Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuatrecasasii
ID:
128939

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.O.Dillon & Sagást.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Arnaldoa 2(2): 25. 1995 [1994 publ. 1995]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128268



Common Names

  • Cuatrecasasii Oligactis
  • Cuatrecasasii Sea Daisy
  • Cuatrecasasii Sea Aster


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Description

Oligactis cuatrecasasii (also called Sea Pink, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a creeping habit and produces small pink flowers. It grows in sandy and rocky coastal areas, as well as in dry meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Oligactis cuatrecasasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to make herbal tea, which is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oligactis cuatrecasasii has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow, serrated leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oligactis cuatrecasasii is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division, cuttings, or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate salt spray. It should be fertilized in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Oligactis cuatrecasasii

Oligactis cuatrecasasii is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is a common plant in gardens and parks.

Oligactis cuatrecasasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oligactis cuatrecasasii?

Oligactis cuatrecasasii

What is the common name of Oligactis cuatrecasasii?

Four-petal Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Oligactis cuatrecasasii?

Rocky slopes and dry grassland

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-89253: Based on the initial data import
Abundio Sagástegui Alva (1932-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sagást.' in the authors string.
Michael Dillon (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.O.Dillon' in the authors string.