Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenella
ID:
121557

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Källersjö

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 96(4): 319 (1988): (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120886

Common Names

  • Tenella Foveolina
  • Foveolina
  • Foveolina Tenella

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Synonyms

  • Gastrosulum tenellum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Matricaria tenella DC. [unknown]

Description

Foveolina tenella (also called 'Tiny-flowered Foveolina', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white flowers. It prefers dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Foveolina tenella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Foveolina tenella are small, white and daisy-like. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Foveolina tenella is a perennial plant that is native to Africa. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated in spring or autumn and should be planted in a sunny location. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Foveolina tenella

Foveolina tenella can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Foveolina tenella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Foveolina tenella?

Foveolina tenella

What are the common names of Foveolina tenella?

Foveolina and Foveolina Tenella

What is the habitat of Foveolina tenella?

It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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-82122: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.