Status:
valid
Authors:
Spreng.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Neue Entdeck. Pflanzenk. 2: 133 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134127
Common Names
- Albertinia daisy
- Brazilian daisy
- Brazilian everlasting
Description
Albertinia brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Albertinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in grasslands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Albertinia brasiliensis is an ornamental plant that is drought tolerant and can be used in rock gardens or as a ground cover. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin ailments and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Albertinia brasiliensis has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Albertinia brasiliensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Albertinia brasiliensis
Albertinia brasiliensis can be found in Brazil.
Albertinia brasiliensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Albertinia brasiliensis?
Albertinia brasiliensis
What is the natural habitat of Albertinia brasiliensis?
It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands of South Africa.
What is the flowering period of Albertinia brasiliensis?
It flowers from August to October.
Species in the Albertinia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,