Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mesatlanticum
ID:
34216

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Emb. & Maire) 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-0000033545



Common Names

  • Mesatlanticum Rhodanthemum
  • Mesatlanticum Everlasting
  • Mesatlanticum Daisy


Searching for Rhodanthemum mesatlanticum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Leucanthemum mesatlanticum Emb. & Maire [unknown]

Description

Rhodanthemum mesatlanticum (also called 'Atlantic Rhodanthemum', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 10–30 cm. It is native to the Mediterranean and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has long, narrow, lanceolate leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodanthemum mesatlanticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Rhodanthemum mesatlanticum is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a diameter of 5-6 mm. The seed is an achene, with a length of 1-2 mm, and a width of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are slender, with a single leaf and a short stem.

Searching for Rhodanthemum mesatlanticum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodanthemum mesatlanticum is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and resistant to deer and rabbits.

Where to Find Rhodanthemum mesatlanticum

Rhodanthemum mesatlanticum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia.

Rhodanthemum mesatlanticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodanthemum mesatlanticum?

Rhodanthemum mesatlanticum

What is the common name of Rhodanthemum mesatlanticum?

Meso-Atlantic Rhodanthemum

What type of plant is Rhodanthemum mesatlanticum?

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-132431: 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.
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Louis Emberger (1897-1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Emb.' in the authors string.
Balafama Helen Wilcox (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.H.Wilcox' in the authors string.