Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
connata
ID:
37337

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 16: 419 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036666

Common Names

  • Ichthyothere connata
  • Connata Ichthyothere
  • Connected Ichthyothere

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Description

Ichthyothere connata (also called Fishbone Waterleaf, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the United States and Mexico. It has a single stem with alternate, ovate-lanceolate leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist, disturbed soils, such as along roadsides and in open fields.

Uses & Benefits

Ichthyothere connata is used in traditional medicine to treat stomach ache, fever, and headache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ichthyothere connata has yellow flowers with yellow centers and five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ichthyothere connata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Ichthyothere connata

Ichthyothere connata is found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It grows in moist grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Ichthyothere connata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ichthyothere connata?

Ichthyothere connata

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Asteraceae

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-135459: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.