Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
atlanticum
ID:
38684

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ball) B.H.Wilcox, K.Bremer & Humphries

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bull. Nat. Hist. Mus. (London), Bot. 23(2): 142 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038013



Common Names

  • Atlantic Rhodanthemum
  • Atlantic Rock Daisy
  • Atlantic Rock Rose


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Description

Rhodanthemum atlanticum (also called 'Atlantic Daisy' and 'Atlantic Marguerite', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows up to two feet high. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white and clustered. It grows in sandy soils, usually in open woods or along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodanthemum atlanticum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rhodanthemum atlanticum sub. gelidum (Maire) Dobignard
Rhodanthemum atlanticum sub. atlanticum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodanthemum atlanticum has yellow daisy-like flowers with a dark center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small with a single, thin stem and a single set of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodanthemum atlanticum is a perennial shrub native to Portugal and Spain. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in spring or summer. Place the cuttings in a pot of moist, sandy soil and keep them in a warm, bright spot until they root.

Where to Find Rhodanthemum atlanticum

Rhodanthemum atlanticum can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Portugal and Spain.

Rhodanthemum atlanticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodanthemum atlanticum?

Rhodanthemum atlanticum

What is the common name of Rhodanthemum atlanticum?

Atlantic Rhodanthemum

What type of plant is Rhodanthemum atlanticum?

Perennial herb

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-136756: Based on the initial data import
Chris Humphries (1947-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humphries' in the authors string.
Kåre Bremer (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Bremer' in the authors string.
John Ball (1818-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ball' in the authors string.
Balafama Helen Wilcox (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.H.Wilcox' in the authors string.