Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aretioides
ID:
50060

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wedd.) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Anuario Estac. Altoandina Biol. Hacienda Checayani-Azángaro Puno-Perú 1: 3. 1954

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000049389

Common Names

  • Aretioides Mniode
  • Aretioides Mniode
  • Mniode

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Synonyms

  • Antennaria aretioides (Wedd.) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Phyllostelidium aretioideum (Wedd.) Beauverd [unknown]
  • Merope aretioides (Sch.Bip.) Wedd. [unknown]

Description

Mniodes aretioides (also called Aretioides Mniodes, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry and moist forests, as well as in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Mniodes aretioides is a plant native to South America and is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mniodes aretioides is yellow and star-shaped. The seeds are small and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mniodes aretioides is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°F (-12°C). It should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Mniodes aretioides

Mniodes aretioides is native to Central America.

Mniodes aretioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mniodes aretioides?

Mniodes aretioides

What is the common name of Mniodes aretioides?

Giant Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Mniodes aretioides?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-14791: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.