Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gouan) A.Kern.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 21: 12 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058083
Common Names
- Adenostyles alliariae
- Garlic Root
- Garlic Mustard
Description
Adenostyles alliariae (also called garlic root, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Adenostyles alliariae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin disorders.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Adenostyles alliariae sub. pyrenaica (Lange) P.Fourn.
Adenostyles alliariae sub. orientalis (Boiss.) Greuter
Adenostyles alliariae sub. alliariae
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adenostyles alliariae has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adenostyles alliariae is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate by division in spring or autumn. It should be planted in well-drained soil in a sunny location. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of salt spray. It can be pruned back in late winter to promote new growth.
Where to Find Adenostyles alliariae
Adenostyles alliariae is native to Europe and can be found in grassy areas.
Adenostyles alliariae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenostyles alliariae?
Adenostyles alliariae
What is the family of Adenostyles alliariae?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Adenostyles alliariae?
Garlic Root
Species in the Adenostyles 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,