Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ovatus
ID:
26808

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 1: 214 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026137



Common Names

  • Paranephelius ovatus
  • Oval-leaved Paranephelius
  • Oval-leaved Ragwort


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Synonyms

  • Paranephelius ovatifolius A.Gray ex Wedd. [unknown]
  • Liabum ovatum ovatum [unknown]
  • Liabum ovatum Ball [unknown]
  • Liabum ovatum Britton [unknown]

Description

Paranephelius ovatus (also called 'Ovate-leaved Groundsel', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy areas and on the edges of deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Paranephelius ovatus is a plant native to South America and is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paranephelius ovatus has yellow flower heads with a single row of ray florets and a center of disc florets. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paranephelius ovatus is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and divisions can be done in the fall.

Where to Find Paranephelius ovatus

Paranephelius ovatus is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Paranephelius ovatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paranephelius ovatus?

Paranephelius ovatus

What is the common name of Paranephelius ovatus?

Oval-leaved sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Paranephelius ovatus?

It is found in dry, rocky places, especially in the western United States and northern Mexico.

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