Onoseris alata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
30348
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rusby
Source:
gcc
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Descr. S. Amer. Pl. : 163 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029677
Common Names
- Winged Onoseris
- Winged Groundsel
- Winged Senecio
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Onoseris alata (also called Winged Onoseris, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Onoseris alata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties, and is used to treat a variety of conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Onoseris alata is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and brown. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of hairy leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Onoseris alata is an annual herb that can be propagated from seeds. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Onoseris alata
Onoseris alata is native to the western United States, primarily in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington.
Onoseris alata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onoseris alata?
Onoseris alata
What is the common name of Onoseris alata?
Winged Onoseris
What is the natural habitat of Onoseris alata?
It is found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open areas
Species in the Onoseris genus
Onoseris minima, Onoseris gnaphalioides, Onoseris cumingii, Onoseris hyssopifolia, Onoseris silvatica, Onoseris linearifolia, Onoseris cabrerae, Onoseris chrysactinioides, Onoseris onoseroides, Onoseris humboldtiana, Onoseris odorata, Onoseris alata, Onoseris drakeana, Onoseris weberbaueri, Onoseris salicifolia, Onoseris sagittata, Onoseris speciosa, Onoseris acerifolia, Onoseris fraterna, Onoseris castelnaeana, Onoseris purpurata, Onoseris annua, Onoseris costaricensis, Onoseris brasiliensis, Onoseris peruviana, Onoseris lopezii, Onoseris albicans, Onoseris macbridei, Onoseris amplexicaulis, Onoseris donnell-smithii, Onoseris sagittatus, Onoseris hastata,
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-128681: Based on the initial data import
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.