Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
norvegica
ID:
121248

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gunnerus) Sch.Bip. & F.W.Schultz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Arch. Fl. 2: 311 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120577



Common Names

  • Norwegian Omalotheca
  • Omalotheca
  • Norwegian Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium medium Vill. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium fuscatum Pers. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium sylvaticum brachystachys Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium sylvaticum fuscatum Wahlenb. [unknown]
  • Synchaeta norvegica (Gunnerus) Kirp. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium fuscum Lam. [unknown]
  • Gamochaeta norvegica (Gunnerus) Y.S.Chen & R.J.Bayer [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium norvegicum Gunnerus [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium sylvaticum subarcticum Schur [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium sylvaticum subarcticum (Schur) Kuzmanov [unknown]

Description

Omalotheca norvegica (also called Norway Omalotheca, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Omalotheca norvegica is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin irritations. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues. The plant is also used as an ornamental plant, with its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Omalotheca norvegica is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a few hairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Omalotheca norvegica is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several parts and each part replanted in a new location.

Where to Find Omalotheca norvegica

Omalotheca norvegica is found in Norway, Sweden, and Finland.

Omalotheca norvegica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Omalotheca norvegica?

Omalotheca norvegica

What type of plant is Omalotheca norvegica?

A perennial herb

Where is Omalotheca norvegica found?

It is found in Europe

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-81833: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Schultz (1804-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.W.Schultz' in the authors string.
Johan Ernst Gunnerus (1718-1773): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gunnerus' in the authors string.