Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cabrerae
ID:
16667

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ferreyra

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 19: 19 (-22), fig (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000015996



Common Names

  • Cabrera Onoseris
  • Onoseris Cabrerae
  • Cabrera's Onoseris


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Description

Onoseris cabrerae (also called Cabrera's Onoseris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Canary Islands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small, yellow flower heads. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Onoseris cabrerae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and grows in full sun or partial shade. It has a long blooming season and attracts butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Onoseris cabrerae is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onoseris cabrerae is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Canary Islands. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Onoseris cabrerae

Onoseris cabrerae can be found in the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Azores.

Onoseris cabrerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onoseris cabrerae?

Onoseris cabrerae

What type of plant is Onoseris cabrerae?

Perennial herb

Where does Onoseris cabrerae grow?

It is native to the Canary Islands

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,