Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
athanasioides
ID:
7173

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Källersjö

Source:
gcc

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 5(6): 538 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006502



Common Names

  • Phymaspermum athanasioides
  • Athanasioides Daisy
  • Athanasioides Fleabane


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Description

Phymaspermum athanasioides (also called Athanasioides Phymaspermum, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has white flowers with yellow centers and is native to South America, where it is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Phymaspermum athanasioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phymaspermum athanasioides is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phymaspermum athanasioides is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the easiest way to propagate this plant. Take cuttings in late spring or early summer and root them in a moist medium. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Phymaspermum athanasioides

Phymaspermum athanasioides is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Phymaspermum athanasioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phymaspermum athanasioides?

Phymaspermum athanasioides

What is the natural habitat of Phymaspermum athanasioides?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

What are the common names of Phymaspermum athanasioides?

Athanasioides Daisy, Athanasioides Daisy Bush

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-106268: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.