Status:
valid
Authors:
(Y.Ling & Y.Q.Tseng) Holub
Source:
gcc
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Preslia 70(2): 108 (1998): (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130640
Common Names
- Omalotheca nanchuensis
- Nanchu Omalotheca
- Nanchu False-ragweed
Description
Omalotheca nanchuensis (also called Nanchu Omalotheca, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to China. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, grassy areas. It is an annual plant and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Omalotheca nanchuensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Omalotheca nanchuensis is yellow and daisy-like, with a central disc of yellow disc florets surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, and the seedling is a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Omalotheca nanchuensis is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Omalotheca nanchuensis
Omalotheca nanchuensis is native to China. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.
Omalotheca nanchuensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Omalotheca nanchuensis?
Omalotheca nanchuensis
What is the common name of Omalotheca nanchuensis?
Nanchu Omalotheca
What is the natural habitat of Omalotheca nanchuensis?
Dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides
Species in the Omalotheca genus
Omalotheca roeseri,
Omalotheca traunsteineri,
Omalotheca supina,
Omalotheca hoppeana,
Omalotheca leucopilina,
Omalotheca sylvatica,
Omalotheca supina,
Omalotheca caucasica,
Omalotheca norvegica,
Omalotheca nanchuensis,
Omalotheca nanchuanensis,
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
Yong Qian Tseng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Q.Tseng' in the authors string.