Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyseta
ID:
20846

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 44: 455 (-456), fig (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020175

Common Names

  • Polyseta Eitenia
  • Eitenia Polyseta
  • Polyseta Sunray

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Description

Eitenia polyseta (also called Many-flowered Eitenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows in rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Eitenia polyseta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eitenia polyseta has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eitenia polyseta is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Eitenia polyseta

Eitenia polyseta is native to South America, and is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It is a common plant in grasslands and open areas.

Eitenia polyseta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eitenia polyseta?

Eitenia polyseta

What is the common name of Eitenia polyseta?

Eitenia

What is the natural habitat of Eitenia polyseta?

Deserts and dry grasslands

Species in the Eitenia 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-119507: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.