Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abyssinica
ID:
35069

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich.) C.Jeffrey in Cufod.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 37(3, Suppl.): 1176 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034398

Common Names

  • Volutaria Abyssinica
  • Abyssinica
  • Volutaria

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Description

Volutaria abyssinica (also called Abyssinian Volutaria, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Ethiopia. It has a branched stem and its leaves are linear-lanceolate. It is found in open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Volutaria abyssinica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Volutaria abyssinica sub. abyssinica
Volutaria abyssinica sub. aylmeri (Baker) Wagenitz
Volutaria abyssinica sub. inornata Wagenitz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Volutaria abyssinica is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Volutaria abyssinica is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C.

Where to Find Volutaria abyssinica

Volutaria abyssinica is native to Ethiopia and can be found in the highlands of the country.

Volutaria abyssinica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Volutaria abyssinica?

Volutaria abyssinica

Where is Volutaria abyssinica found?

Volutaria abyssinica is found in Ethiopia.

What is the natural habitat of Volutaria abyssinica?

Volutaria abyssinica is found in dry, rocky areas.

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-133256: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Georg Cufodontis (1896-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cufod.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.