Volutaria dhofarica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dhofarica
ID:
97247
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wagenitz
Source:
gcc
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Candollea 46(2): 409 (1991) (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000096576
Common Names
- Volutaria dhofarica
- Dhofar Volutaria
- Volutaria of Dhofar
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Volutaria dhofarica (also called Dhofar volutaria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to the Arabian Peninsula and is found in meadows, pastures, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Volutaria dhofarica is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Volutaria dhofarica has white flowers with a diameter of 1.2 cm. Its seeds are small, brown and round-shaped. The seedlings are green and have a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Volutaria dhofarica is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It is best propagated by cuttings taken from semi-hardwood stems in late summer. Plant cuttings in a well-drained soil mix and keep them in a warm, sunny location. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. The cuttings should root within 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Volutaria dhofarica
Volutaria dhofarica is native to the Arabian Peninsula. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as canyons and hillsides.
Volutaria dhofarica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Volutaria dhofarica?
Volutaria dhofarica
What type of plant is Volutaria dhofarica?
It is a shrub
Where is Volutaria dhofarica found?
It is found in Oman
Species in the Volutaria genus
Volutaria saharae, Volutaria muricata, Volutaria tubuliflora, Volutaria abyssinica, Volutaria crupinoides, Volutaria tubiflora, Volutaria albicaulis, Volutaria lippii, Volutaria sinaica, Volutaria belouini, Volutaria boranensis, Volutaria djiboutensis, Volutaria bollei, Volutaria lippii, Volutaria dhofarica, Volutaria canariensis, Volutaria maroccana, Volutaria muricata, Volutaria socotrensis,
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-52716: Based on the initial data import
Gerhard Wagenitz (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagenitz' in the authors string.