Status:
valid
Authors:
Krasch.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 26: 28 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000110761
Common Names
- Trichanthemis
- Aurea
- Golden Tansy
Synonyms
- Glossanthis aurea (Krasch.) Poljakov [unknown]
Description
Trichanthemis aurea (also called 'Golden Trichanthemis', among many other common names) is an annual plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads.
Uses & Benefits
Trichanthemis aurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trichanthemis aurea has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichanthemis aurea is a perennial herb native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Trichanthemis aurea
Trichanthemis aurea can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Trichanthemis aurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichanthemis aurea?
Trichanthemis aurea
What is the common name of Trichanthemis aurea?
Aurea
What is the family of Trichanthemis aurea?
Acanthaceae
Species in the Trichanthemis 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,