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Common Names
- Anthemidifolia Soliva
- Soliva anthemidifolia
- Anthemidifolia Soliva
Description
Soliva anthemidifolia (also called Anthemidifolia Soliva, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Soliva anthemidifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to reduce soil erosion and to provide habitat for beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Soliva anthemidifolia has yellow flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, black and shiny. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Soliva anthemidifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings in summer.
Where to Find Soliva anthemidifolia
Soliva anthemidifolia is native to South America, and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile.
Soliva anthemidifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Soliva anthemidifolia?
Soliva anthemidifolia
What is the natural habitat of Soliva anthemidifolia?
It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas.
What are the uses of Soliva anthemidifolia?
It is used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, and as an ornamental plant.
Species in the Soliva 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,