Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
44749

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 57 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044078



Common Names

  • Broad-leaved Daisy
  • Broadleaf Daisy
  • Broad-leaf Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Liabum volubile latifolium Hieron. [unknown]
  • Liabum latifolium (Hieron.) Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Oligactis latifolia (also called Sea Lavender, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces white flower heads. It is found in coastal habitats and salt marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Oligactis latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves of this plant can be used to make herbal tea which can help with digestion and reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oligactis latifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single set of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oligactis latifolia is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division of established plants can also be done in spring.

Where to Find Oligactis latifolia

Oligactis latifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Oligactis latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oligactis latifolia?

Oligactis latifolia

What is the common name of Oligactis latifolia?

Broadleaf Daisy

What type of plant is Oligactis latifolia?

Herb

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-142638: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.