Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
albocinerascens
ID:
53056

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Jeffrey) Isawumi

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 46: 36 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052385



Common Names

  • Orbivestus albocinerascens
  • White-cinerascent Orbivestus
  • White-cinerascent Orbivestus Plant


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia albocinerascens C.Jeffrey [unknown]

Description

Orbivestus albocinerascens (also called white-tufted orbivestus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Orbivestus albocinerascens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orbivestus albocinerascens is a white, star-shaped flower with 5-7 petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small and pale green with long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orbivestus albocinerascens is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Orbivestus albocinerascens

Orbivestus albocinerascens is found in the mountains of the southern Andes.

Orbivestus albocinerascens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orbivestus albocinerascens?

Orbivestus albocinerascens

What type of plant is Orbivestus albocinerascens?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Orbivestus albocinerascens?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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-150947: Based on the initial data import
Moses A. Isawumi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Isawumi' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.