Status:
valid
Authors:
André
Source:
gcc
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Rev. Hort. (Paris) 1883: 181.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038738
Common Names
- Drakeana
- Onoseris
- Onoseris Thistle
Description
Onoseris drakeana (also called Drake's Onoseris, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Central and South America. It has small, toothed leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in summer. It prefers dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Onoseris drakeana is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its small, yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Onoseris drakeana is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a white stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Onoseris drakeana can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny location.
Where to Find Onoseris drakeana
Onoseris drakeana can be found in the dry regions of the western United States.
Onoseris drakeana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Onoseris drakeana?
Onoseris drakeana
What type of plant is Onoseris drakeana?
It is a perennial herb
What is the natural habitat of Onoseris drakeana?
It is found in dry open places, such as grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes
Species in the Onoseris genus
Onoseris minima,
Onoseris gnaphalioides,
Onoseris cumingii,
Onoseris hyssopifolia,
Onoseris silvatica,
Onoseris linearifolia,
Onoseris cabrerae,
Onoseris chrysactinioides,
Onoseris onoseroides,
Onoseris humboldtiana,
Onoseris odorata,
Onoseris alata,
Onoseris drakeana,
Onoseris weberbaueri,
Onoseris salicifolia,
Onoseris sagittata,
Onoseris speciosa,
Onoseris acerifolia,
Onoseris fraterna,
Onoseris castelnaeana,
Onoseris purpurata,
Onoseris annua,
Onoseris costaricensis,
Onoseris brasiliensis,
Onoseris peruviana,
Onoseris lopezii,
Onoseris albicans,
Onoseris macbridei,
Onoseris amplexicaulis,
Onoseris donnell-smithii,
Onoseris sagittatus,
Onoseris hastata,
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,