Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
splettiae
ID:
41145

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 78: 397 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040474

Common Names

  • Minasia splettiae
  • Splettiae Minasia
  • Splettiae Minasia

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Description

Minasia splettiae (also called Splett's minasia, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in grasslands and disturbed areas. It has yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Minasia splettiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Minasia splettiae has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The flowers have five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Minasia splettiae is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Minasia splettiae

Minasia splettiae is found in the Mediterranean region.

Minasia splettiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Minasia splettiae?

Minasia splettiae

What is the common name of Minasia splettiae?

Splett's Minasia

Where does Minasia splettiae grow?

Minasia splettiae is native to the Canary Islands.

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