Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stolonifera
ID:
132733

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Erythea 3: 14 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132062



Common Names

  • Stoloniferous Osbertia
  • Creeping Osbertia
  • Stolon Osbertia


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Description

Osbertia stolonifera (also called stoloniferous osbertia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in moist meadows, open woods, and along streams. Its leaves are alternate, pinnately divided, and its flowers are white and daisy-like.

Uses & Benefits

Osbertia stolonifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Osbertia stolonifera has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm, and the seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Osbertia stolonifera is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be divided in spring or fall.

Where to Find Osbertia stolonifera

Osbertia stolonifera can be found in the grasslands of South America.

Osbertia stolonifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Osbertia stolonifera?

Osbertia stolonifera

What is the common name of Osbertia stolonifera?

Stolonifera Osbertia

What is the natural habitat of Osbertia stolonifera?

Osbertia stolonifera is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India

Species in the Osbertia genus

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-92912: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.