Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
52133

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) H.Rob., S.C.Keeley, Skvarla & R.Chan

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 121(1): 32 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051462



Common Names

  • Tarlmounia elliptica
  • Elliptic Tarlmounia
  • Elliptic Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Strobocalyx elliptica Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium elaeagnifolium Hort.Calc. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Conyza elaeagnifolia Wall. [unknown]
  • Vernonia elliptica DC. [unknown]
  • Cacalia elaeagnifolia Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Tarlmounia elliptica (also called Tarlmounia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a thick, erect stem and small, white flowers. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tarlmounia elliptica is used for its ornamental value in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tarlmounia elliptica has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tarlmounia elliptica is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Tarlmounia elliptica

Tarlmounia elliptica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, woodlands, and deserts.

Tarlmounia elliptica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tarlmounia elliptica?

Tarlmounia elliptica

What is the common name of Tarlmounia elliptica?

Elliptic Tarlmounia

What is the family of Tarlmounia elliptica?

Asteraceae

Species in the Tarlmounia genus

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-150007: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Raymund Chan (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Chan' in the authors string.
Sterling C. Keeley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Keeley' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.