Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ciliatum
ID:
9032

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Raf.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Sida 21(4): 2016 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008361

Common Names

  • Astranthium ciliatum
  • Fringed Astranthium
  • Fringed False Dandelion

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Synonyms

  • Bellis ciliata Raf. [unknown]
  • Astranthium integrifolium ciliatum (Raf.) De Jong [unknown]
  • Bellis ciliata ciliata [unknown]
  • Astranthium integrifolium triflorum (Raf.) Shinners [unknown]
  • Astranthium integrifolium ciliatum Larsen [unknown]

Description

Astranthium ciliatum (also called Ciliate Astranthium, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Central America and is found in moist meadows and grasslands. It has yellow daisy-like flowers and small, grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astranthium ciliatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astranthium ciliatum is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astranthium ciliatum is a perennial that is best propagated by division in the spring or early summer. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Astranthium ciliatum

Astranthium ciliatum is native to North America and can be found in the eastern and central United States.

Astranthium ciliatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astranthium ciliatum?

Astranthium ciliatum

What is the common name of Astranthium ciliatum?

Ciliate Astranthium

What is the natural habitat of Astranthium ciliatum?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes and grasslands in South Africa.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-108091: Based on the initial data import
Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.