Status:
valid
Authors:
Thell.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Sci. Nat. Math. Cherbourg 38: 518 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091725
Common Names
- Monanthos
- Monanthos Plant
- Anacyclus Monanthos
Description
Anacyclus monanthos (also called Akarkara, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant with a woody rootstock and white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in scrub and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Anacyclus monanthos is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Anacyclus monanthos sub. cyrtolepidioides (Pomel) Humphries
Anacyclus monanthos sub. monanthos
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anacyclus monanthos is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a single, central disc floret. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anacyclus monanthos is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted when large enough to handle. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Anacyclus monanthos
Anacyclus monanthos is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Anacyclus monanthos FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anacyclus monanthos?
Anacyclus monanthos
What is the common name of Anacyclus monanthos?
Single-flowered Anacyclus
What is the family of Anacyclus monanthos?
Asteraceae
Species in the Anacyclus genus
Anacyclus valentinus,
Anacyclus maroccanus,
Anacyclus nigellifolius,
Anacyclus bethuriae,
Anacyclus inconstans,
Anacyclus linearilobus,
Anacyclus latealatus,
Anacyclus pyrethrum,
Anacyclus homogamos,
Anacyclus anatolicus,
Anacyclus radiatus,
Anacyclus monanthos,
Anacyclus pyrethrum,
Anacyclus ciliatus,
Anacyclus clavatus,
Anacyclus malvesiensis,
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,