Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulvinatum
ID:
73878

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 33(1): 112 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073207

Common Names

  • Oriastrum Pulvinatum
  • Woolly Starwort
  • Woolly Star Grass

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Synonyms

  • Chaetanthera acerosa (J.Rémy) Bonpl. & Humb. [unknown]
  • Chaetanthera pulvinata pulvinata [unknown]
  • Chaetanthera pulvinata (Phil.) Hauman [unknown]

Description

Oriastrum pulvinatum (also called 'pulvinar oriastrum', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a hairy stem and ovate leaves. It grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Oriastrum pulvinatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oriastrum pulvinatum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, with a thin, white stem and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oriastrum pulvinatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When propagating from seed, sow in spring or autumn in a sunny spot. For cuttings, take a stem cutting from a mature plant and place in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Oriastrum pulvinatum

Oriastrum pulvinatum is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Oriastrum pulvinatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oriastrum pulvinatum?

Oriastrum pulvinatum

What is the common name of Oriastrum pulvinatum?

Pulvinatum Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Oriastrum pulvinatum?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Mediterranean

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,