Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
argentea
ID:
46405

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3(18): 269 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045734



Common Names

  • Tetraneuris argentea
  • Silver Four-nerve Daisy
  • Silver Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Hymenoxys argentea (A.Gray) K.F.Parker [unknown]
  • Tetraneuris trinervata Greene [unknown]
  • Tetraneuris formosa Greene [unknown]
  • Hymenoxys argentea argentea [unknown]
  • Actinella argentea A.Gray [unknown]
  • Tetraneuris formosa Greene ex Wooton & Standl. [unknown]
  • Tetraneuris leptoclada Greene [unknown]
  • Actinea argentea Kuntze [unknown]
  • Hymenoxys argentea thoreauensis N.D.Atwood, S.L.Welsh & A.Clifford [unknown]
  • Tetraneuris argentea thoreauensis (N.D.Atwood, S.L.Welsh & A.Clifford) Bierner & B.L.Turner [invalid]

Description

Tetraneuris argentea (also called Silver Tetraneuris, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a woody base and its leaves are lanceolate to ovate. It is native to the Andes of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela. It grows in humid montane forests, between 2,000 and 3,500 meters above sea level.

Uses & Benefits

Tetraneuris argentea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetraneuris argentea has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, thin stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetraneuris argentea is a perennial plant that is native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Tetraneuris argentea

Tetraneuris argentea is native to the western United States, particularly Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Tetraneuris argentea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetraneuris argentea?

Tetraneuris argentea

What is the natural habitat of Tetraneuris argentea?

Tetraneuris argentea is found in dry, rocky habitats in the Andes Mountains.

What is the flowering season of Tetraneuris argentea?

Tetraneuris argentea typically flowers in late spring and early summer.

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,

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