Oritrophium tergoalbum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tergoalbum
ID:
131819
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Ciencia (Mexico) 21: 25 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131148
Common Names
- Oritrophium Tergoalbum
- White-Tailed Oritrophium
- White-Tailed Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oritrophium tergoalbum (also called White-flowered Everlasting, among many other common names) is a species of daisy native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small, bushy plant with white flower heads and grey-green foliage. It grows in dry, rocky areas and prefers sunny climates.
Uses & Benefits
Oritrophium tergoalbum is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage, and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Oritrophium tergoalbum has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a pair of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oritrophium tergoalbum is an evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Oritrophium tergoalbum
Oritrophium tergoalbum can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Oritrophium tergoalbum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oritrophium tergoalbum?
Oritrophium tergoalbum
What type of plant is Oritrophium tergoalbum?
A herb
Where is Oritrophium tergoalbum found?
It is found in the temperate regions of Europe
Species in the Oritrophium genus
Oritrophium limnophilum, Oritrophium ollgaardii, Oritrophium durangense, Oritrophium blepharophyllum, Oritrophium llanganatense, Oritrophium granatum, Oritrophium venezuelense, Oritrophium aciculifolium, Oritrophium crocifolium, Oritrophium peruvianum, Oritrophium marahuacense, Oritrophium hieracioides, Oritrophium nevadense, Oritrophium callacallense, Oritrophium repens, Oritrophium mucidum, Oritrophium cocuyense, Oritrophium figueirasii, Oritrophium orizabense, Oritrophium paramense, Oritrophium ferrugineum, Oritrophium tergoalbum, Oritrophium hirtopilosum,
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-92022: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.