Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pterochaeta
ID:
73898

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) J.M.Black

Source:
gcc

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Transactions and Proceedings of the Royal Society of South Australia 52 1928

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073227



Common Names

  • Vittadinia Pterochaeta
  • Woolly Vittadinia
  • Woolly Vittadina


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Synonyms

  • Vittadinia australis pterochaeta Benth. [unknown]

Description

Vittadinia pterochaeta (also called 'winged vittadinia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a hairy stem and ovate leaves. It grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vittadinia pterochaeta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vittadinia pterochaeta has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vittadinia pterochaeta is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Propagation is best done from seed or by division.

Where to Find Vittadinia pterochaeta

Vittadinia pterochaeta is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Vittadinia pterochaeta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vittadinia pterochaeta?

Vittadinia pterochaeta

What is the family of Vittadinia pterochaeta?

Asteraceae

Where is Vittadinia pterochaeta native to?

Brazil

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-29969: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John McConnell Black (1855-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Black' in the authors string.