Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
albicans
ID:
46404

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 187 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045733

Common Names

  • Achyrocline albicans
  • White Top
  • White Ray Flower

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Description

Achyrocline albicans (also called White Achyrocline, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a woody base and its leaves are lanceolate to ovate. It is native to the Andes of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela. It grows in humid montane forests, between 2,000 and 3,500 meters above sea level.

Uses & Benefits

Achyrocline albicans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achyrocline albicans has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, thin stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achyrocline albicans is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Achyrocline albicans

Achyrocline albicans is native to South America, particularly Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It can be found in open grasslands and disturbed areas.

Achyrocline albicans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achyrocline albicans?

Achyrocline albicans

What is the natural habitat of Achyrocline albicans?

Achyrocline albicans is found in dry, rocky habitats in the Andes Mountains.

What is the flowering season of Achyrocline albicans?

Achyrocline albicans typically flowers in late spring and early summer.

Species in the Achyrocline genus

Achyrocline lehmannii, Achyrocline gaudens, Achyrocline alata, Achyrocline crassiuscula, Achyrocline ventosa, Achyrocline ramosissima, Achyrocline arrojadoana, Achyrocline crassiceps, Achyrocline gertiana, Achyrocline marchiorii, Achyrocline bogotensis, Achyrocline flaccida, Achyrocline satureioides, Achyrocline latifolia, Achyrocline anabelae, Achyrocline virescens, Achyrocline albicans, Achyrocline glandulosa, Achyrocline hyperchlora, Achyrocline tombadorensis, Achyrocline ribasiana, Achyrocline hirta, Achyrocline gardneri, Achyrocline oaxacana, Achyrocline vargasiana, Achyrocline ramosissima, Achyrocline deflexa, Achyrocline luisiana, Achyrocline scandens, Achyrocline mathiolifolia, Achyrocline mollis, Achyrocline venosa, Achyrocline hallii, Achyrocline trianae, Achyrocline disjuncta, Achyrocline tomentosa, Achyrocline peruviana, Achyrocline macella, Achyrocline celosioides, Achyrocline vauthieriana, Achyrocline guerreroana, Achyrocline flavida, Achyrocline rupestris, Achyrocline chionaea, Achyrocline eriodes, Achyrocline heringeri,

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-144224: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.