Status:
valid
Authors:
(Maire) Qaiser & Lack
Source:
gcc
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 106(4): 490 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089859
Common Names
- Broad-leaved Aliella
- Broad-leaved Star-of-Bethlehem
- Large-leaved Aliella
Synonyms
- Phagnalon platyphyllum Maire [unknown]
- Gnaphalium helichrysoides platyphyllum Maire [unknown]
Description
Aliella platyphylla (also called Aliella, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and long, green leaves. It can be found in moist, open areas, such as meadows and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Aliella platyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and for its anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aliella platyphylla is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aliella platyphylla is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate in a sunny, well-drained location. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a light, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Aliella platyphylla
Aliella platyphylla is native to South Africa, where it is found in the Western Cape and Northern Cape provinces.
Aliella platyphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aliella platyphylla?
Aliella platyphylla
What is the common name of Aliella platyphylla?
Broad-leaved Aliella
Where is Aliella platyphylla native to?
South Africa
Species in the Aliella 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,