Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spathulifolia
ID:
25348

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Bremer

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 40: 33 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024677



Common Names

  • Spathulifolia Relhania
  • Spathulifolia Relhania Daisy
  • Spathulifolia Relhania Fleabane


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Description

Relhania spathulifolia (also called Spathulate-leaved relhania, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean, Central America and South America. It is typically found in dry, open areas, such as scrubland and grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Relhania spathulifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are edible and can be used in salads. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive and urinary ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Relhania spathulifolia has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Relhania spathulifolia is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and fertile, and the plants should be watered regularly. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Relhania spathulifolia

Relhania spathulifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Relhania spathulifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Relhania spathulifolia?

Relhania spathulifolia

What is the natural habitat of Relhania spathulifolia?

Relhania spathulifolia is native to Mexico.

What are the uses of Relhania spathulifolia?

Relhania spathulifolia is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

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-123843: Based on the initial data import
Kåre Bremer (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Bremer' in the authors string.