Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acicularis
ID:
132277

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 104: 53 (1991): (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131606



Common Names

  • Needle-leaved Oxylaena
  • Oxylaena Acicularis
  • Needle-leaved Ragwort


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Description

Oxylaena acicularis (also called Needle Oxylaena, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in humid and wet forests. It has yellow flowers, and its leaves are lanceolate and serrated.

Uses & Benefits

Oxylaena acicularis is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oxylaena acicularis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. Its seeds are small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are hairy and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxylaena acicularis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Oxylaena acicularis

Oxylaena acicularis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.

Oxylaena acicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxylaena acicularis?

Oxylaena acicularis

What is the common name of Oxylaena acicularis?

Needle oxylaena

What is the natural habitat of Oxylaena acicularis?

Oxylaena acicularis is found in dry, rocky, and grassy areas of the southwestern United States

Species in the Oxylaena 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-92472: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.