Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Reut.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Pugill. Pl. Afr. Bor. Hispan. : 71 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013945
Common Names
- Arenaria Andryala
- Arenaria Sand Cat's-Ear
- Andryala Arenaria
Synonyms
- Andryala arenaria arenaria [unknown]
- Andryala arenaria pinnatifida Lange [unknown]
- Andryala tenuifolia arenaria Guss. ex DC. [unknown]
- Andryala ficalheana Daveau [unknown]
- Andryala rothia pinnatifida (Lange) Maire [unknown]
- Andryala dentata arenaria (DC.) Nyman [unknown]
- Andryala dentata arenaria (Boiss. & Reut.) Batt. [unknown]
- Andryala integrifolia arenaria (Boiss. & Reut.) Ball [unknown]
- Andryala rothia arenaria (DC.) Maire [unknown]
Description
Andryala arenaria (also called 'sand andryala', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in sandy soils and is commonly found in coastal regions.
Uses & Benefits
Andryala arenaria is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat skin ailments, as well as to reduce inflammation and improve circulation.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Andryala arenaria sub. arenaria
Andryala arenaria sub. parvipila Franco
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Andryala arenaria is a yellow, daisy-like flower with many petals. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Andryala arenaria is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of poor soils and drought, and can be propagated by seed or division. It is an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, and containers.
Where to Find Andryala arenaria
Andryala arenaria is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sandy areas.
Andryala arenaria FAQ
What is the scientific name of Andryala arenaria?
Andryala arenaria
What is the common name of Andryala arenaria?
Sand Andryala
Where is Andryala arenaria native to?
Europe
What type of plant is Andryala arenaria?
Perennial
What color are the flowers of Andryala arenaria?
Yellow
Species in the Andryala genus
Andryala caballeroi,
Andryala arenaria,
Andryala agardhii,
Andryala ragusina,
Andryala spartioides,
Andryala pinnatifida,
Andryala webbiana,
Andryala cossyrensis,
Andryala chevallieri,
Andryala glandulosa,
Andryala brievaensis,
Andryala integrifolia,
Andryala tenuifolia,
Andryala cedretorum,
Andryala spartioides,
Andryala nigricans,
Andryala christii,
Andryala rothia,
Andryala tenuifolia,
Andryala rothia,
Andryala laevitomentosa,
Andryala faurei,
Andryala crithmifolia,
Andryala webbii,
Andryala atlanticola,
Andryala perezii,
Andryala webbii,
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,