Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anethoides
ID:
110401

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. (1887) i. 670

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000109730



Common Names

  • Wild Anise
  • Wild Fennel
  • Wild Dill


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Description

Ursinia anethoides (also called 'Dill-leaved Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ursinia anethoides is used as a traditional remedy to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ursinia anethoides has small yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ursinia anethoides is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by division of the root system or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and lightly shaded until the seedlings are established.

Where to Find Ursinia anethoides

Ursinia anethoides can be found in dry grasslands and open woods in the southwestern United States.

Ursinia anethoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ursinia anethoides?

Ursinia anethoides

What is the common name of Ursinia anethoides?

Dill-leaved Daisy

What type of plant is Ursinia anethoides?

Annual

Species in the Ursinia genus

Ursinia punctata, Ursinia nudicaulis, Ursinia pilifera, Ursinia nana, Ursinia scariosa, Ursinia abrotanifolia, Ursinia odorata, Ursinia tenuifolia, Ursinia merxmuelleri, Ursinia subflosculosa, Ursinia quinquepartita, Ursinia coronopifolia, Ursinia eckloniana, Ursinia pilifera, Ursinia serrata, Ursinia rigidula, Ursinia alpina, Ursinia heterodonta, Ursinia pinnata, Ursinia sericea, Ursinia dentata, Ursinia macropoda, Ursinia filipes, Ursinia montana, Ursinia pygmaea, Ursinia saxatilis, Ursinia anethoides, Ursinia hispida, Ursinia cakilefolia, Ursinia oreogena, Ursinia trifida, Ursinia chrysanthemoides, Ursinia discolor, Ursinia frutescens, Ursinia dregeana, Ursinia calenduliflora, Ursinia brachyloba, Ursinia serrata, Ursinia paleacea, Ursinia tenuiloba, Ursinia speciosa, Ursinia caledonica, Ursinia anthemoides, Ursinia trifida, Ursinia arida, Ursinia glandulosa,

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-6858: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.