Status:
valid
Authors:
Cufod.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. , ser. 2, 50: 107 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045199
Common Names
- Sphaeranthus
- Zavattari's Sphaeranthus
- Zavattarii
Description
Sphaeranthus zavattarii (also called Zavattari's Sphaeranthus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It typically grows to a height of 10–30 cm and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Sphaeranthus zavattarii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sphaeranthus zavattarii is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and fragile, with a yellow color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sphaeranthus zavattarii is a perennial herb that is easily propagated by division or cuttings. It should be planted in well-drained soil and kept moist, but not soggy. It requires partial to full shade and should be protected from strong winds. It can be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Sphaeranthus zavattarii
Sphaeranthus zavattarii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky, dry, and sunny places.
Sphaeranthus zavattarii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sphaeranthus zavattarii?
Sphaeranthus zavattarii
What is the family of Sphaeranthus zavattarii?
Asteraceae
Where is Sphaeranthus zavattarii native to?
Italy
Species in the Sphaeranthus genus
Sphaeranthus talbotii,
Sphaeranthus cristatus,
Sphaeranthus salinarum,
Sphaeranthus angolensis,
Sphaeranthus fischeri,
Sphaeranthus gallensis,
Sphaeranthus wattii,
Sphaeranthus suaveolens,
Sphaeranthus flexuosus,
Sphaeranthus indicus,
Sphaeranthus epigaeus,
Sphaeranthus kirkii,
Sphaeranthus neglectus,
Sphaeranthus amaranthoides,
Sphaeranthus chandleri,
Sphaeranthus gazaensis,
Sphaeranthus cotuloides,
Sphaeranthus africanus,
Sphaeranthus samburuensis,
Sphaeranthus zavattarii,
Sphaeranthus confertifolius,
Sphaeranthus steetzii,
Sphaeranthus stuhlmannii,
Sphaeranthus peguensis,
Sphaeranthus senegalensis,
Sphaeranthus ukambensis,
Sphaeranthus spathulatus,
Sphaeranthus mimetes,
Sphaeranthus foliosus,
Sphaeranthus peduncularis,
Sphaeranthus oppositifolius,
Sphaeranthus angustifolius,
Sphaeranthus similis,
Sphaeranthus flexuosus,
Sphaeranthus bullatus,
Sphaeranthus greenwayi,
Sphaeranthus ramosus,
Sphaeranthus randii,
Sphaeranthus strobiliferus,
Sphaeranthus mozambiquensis,
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,