Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
felinum
ID:
117689

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Afr. 33(7:2): 35 (1983) (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117018



Common Names

  • Feline Vellereophyton
  • Feline Cudweed
  • Feline Everlasting


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Description

Vellereophyton felinum (also called 'Feline Vellereophyton', among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, open woods and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Vellereophyton felinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used to make herbal teas and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vellereophyton felinum is a small yellow daisy-like flower with a white center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vellereophyton felinum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring after the last frost. The soil should be kept moist until the seedlings emerge. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The clumps should be divided and replanted in the same area.

Where to Find Vellereophyton felinum

Vellereophyton felinum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Vellereophyton felinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vellereophyton felinum?

Vellereophyton felinum

What type of plant is Vellereophyton felinum?

Vellereophyton felinum is a shrub

Where is Vellereophyton felinum found?

Vellereophyton felinum is found in South Africa

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-78394: Based on the initial data import
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.