Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
58347

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dematt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 16(3-4): 260 (259-264; fig. 1 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000057676



Common Names

  • Woolly-leaved Vinca
  • Vinca Tomentosa
  • Mountain Periwinkle


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Description

Vinicia tomentosa (also called Woolly Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and North Africa. It grows in open grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vinicia tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vinicia tomentosa is a purple-pink, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, grayish-brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vinicia tomentosa is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Vinicia tomentosa

Vinicia tomentosa is native to South America, particularly Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. It can be found in wetland areas and along riverbanks.

Vinicia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vinicia tomentosa?

Vinicia tomentosa

What is the common name of Vinicia tomentosa?

Tomentose Vinicia

What type of plant is Vinicia tomentosa?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Vinicia 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,

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