Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
irvingiana
ID:
48067

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Jacq.-Fél.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia , sér. 4, 16(4): 270 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047396



Common Names

  • Antherotoma irvingiana
  • Irvingiana Antherotoma
  • Irvingiana


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Synonyms

  • Dissotis irvingiana Hook. [valid]
  • Dissotis senegambiensis irvingiana (Hook.) A.Fern. & R.Fern. [unknown]

Description

Antherotoma irvingiana (also called Irving's Groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows to a height of 10-50 cm. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in moist, sandy soils, especially in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Antherotoma irvingiana is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antherotoma irvingiana has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and have a papery texture. The seedlings are thin and have narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antherotoma irvingiana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated by seed in spring or summer, or by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Antherotoma irvingiana

Antherotoma irvingiana is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family found in the southeastern United States.

Antherotoma irvingiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antherotoma irvingiana?

Antherotoma irvingiana

What is the common name of Antherotoma irvingiana?

N/A

Where can Antherotoma irvingiana be found?

Southwestern United States

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Henri Jacques-Félix (1907-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.-Fél.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:982108-1: Based on the initial data import