Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cron) Cron
Source:
gcc
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Novon 16(2): 225 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024165
Common Names
- Bolandia argillacea
- Bolandia
- Clay Bolandia
Synonyms
- Cineraria argillacea Cron [unknown]
Description
Bolandia argillacea (also called Clay Bolandia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in moist areas such as meadows, woodlands, and streambanks.
Uses & Benefits
Bolandia argillacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headaches, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bolandia argillacea has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bolandia argillacea is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown from seed sown in spring or autumn, or by dividing established plants in spring.
Where to Find Bolandia argillacea
Bolandia argillacea is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, especially in coastal areas.
Bolandia argillacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bolandia argillacea?
Bolandia argillacea
What is the common name of Bolandia argillacea?
Clay Bolandia
What is the natural habitat of Bolandia argillacea?
Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas
Species in the Bolandia 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,