Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
retusa
ID:
17627

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 532, nomen (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016956

Common Names

  • Facelis retusa
  • Retusa Facelis
  • Retusa Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Facelis retusa retusa [unknown]
  • Facelis retusa chilensis (Fisch. & Meyer) Baker [unknown]
  • Facelis retusa retusa [unknown]

Description

Facelis retusa (also called Annual Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, sandy soils and is commonly found in meadows, pastures, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Facelis retusa has been used to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an insect repellent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Facelis retusa sub. patula Beauverd
Facelis retusa sub. retusa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Facelis retusa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Facelis retusa is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be used, but they require cold stratification and may not be successful.

Where to Find Facelis retusa

Facelis retusa can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Facelis retusa FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Facelis retusa?

Facelis retusa is native to the Mediterranean region.

What type of soil does Facelis retusa prefer?

Facelis retusa prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

How much sunlight does Facelis retusa need?

Facelis retusa needs full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Facelis 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