Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
divaricata
ID:
7992

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Koch

Source:
gcc

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 17: 43 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007321

Common Names

  • Oligochaeta divaricata
  • Divaricata Oligochaeta
  • Divaricate Oligochaeta

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Description

Oligochaeta divaricata (also called variable oligochaeta, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It grows to a height of 0.2–0.4 m and has small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Oligochaeta divaricata is a species of flowering plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oligochaeta divaricata has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oligochaeta divaricata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Oligochaeta divaricata

Oligochaeta divaricata can be found in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. It is typically found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and wetlands.

Oligochaeta divaricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oligochaeta divaricata?

Oligochaeta divaricata

What is the common name of Oligochaeta divaricata?

Divaricate Oligochaeta

What is the family of Oligochaeta divaricata?

Lumbricidae

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-107073: Based on the initial data import
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.