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
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.
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 Minasia 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,