Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
asperum
ID:
1284338

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brand

Source:
tro

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 14: 153 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283676



Common Names

  • Mattiastrum asperum
  • Mattiastrum
  • Asperum


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Description

Mattiastrum asperum (also called 'Rough-fruited Mattiastrum', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 20 cm in height. It has small, white flowers and small, rough fruits. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mattiastrum asperum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mattiastrum asperum has small yellow flowers with four petals and a single style. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mattiastrum asperum is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Ecuador. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Mattiastrum asperum

Mattiastrum asperum can be found in the Western Ghats of India.

Mattiastrum asperum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mattiastrum asperum?

Mattiastrum asperum

What is the common name of Mattiastrum asperum?

Rough Mattiastrum

What is the natural habitat of Mattiastrum asperum?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Species in the Mattiastrum genus

Mattiastrum lamprocarpum, Mattiastrum sessiliflorum, Mattiastrum stenolophum, Mattiastrum subscaposum, Mattiastrum montbretii, Mattiastrum leptophyllum, Mattiastrum lithospermifolium, Mattiastrum longipes, Mattiastrum luristanicum, Mattiastrum reuteri, Mattiastrum modestum, Mattiastrum racemosum, Mattiastrum multicaule, Mattiastrum paphlagonicum, Mattiastrum polycarpum, Mattiastrum flaviflorum, Mattiastrum formosum, Mattiastrum dieterlei, Mattiastrum kurdistanicum, Mattiastrum corymbiforme, Mattiastrum amani, Mattiastrum aucheri, Mattiastrum badghysii, Mattiastrum erysimifolium, Mattiastrum cappadocicum, Mattiastrum cristatum, Mattiastrum dielsii, Mattiastrum calycinum, Mattiastrum incanum, Mattiastrum karataviense, Mattiastrum laxiflorum, Mattiastrum asperum, Mattiastrum karakoricum, Mattiastrum artvinense, Mattiastrum shepardii,

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

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