Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alternifolia
ID:
35797

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lag.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1816

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Pl. : 31 (1816)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000035126



Common Names

  • Villanova alternifolia
  • Villanova
  • Alternifolia


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Synonyms

  • Unxia alternifolia Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Villanova alternifolia (also called False Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in grassland, heaths, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Villanova alternifolia is used as an ornamental plant, to attract butterflies and bees, and as a medicinal herb for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Villanova alternifolia has yellow flowers and small, brown seeds with a tuft of hairs. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Villanova alternifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and require regular watering.

Where to Find Villanova alternifolia

Villanova alternifolia is native to the western United States and is found in dry, sunny areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Villanova alternifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Villanova alternifolia?

Villanova alternifolia

What is the common name of Villanova alternifolia?

Alternate-leaved villanova

What is the natural habitat of Villanova alternifolia?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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,