Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 1: 212 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000538440
Common Names
- Anthobolus Foveolatus
- Pitted Daisy
- Pitted Daisy Bush
Description
Anthobolus foveolatus (also called Pit-Leaved Anthobolus, among many other common names) is a small shrub with small, white flowers and thick, leathery leaves with small pits. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anthobolus foveolatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthobolus foveolatus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthobolus foveolatus can be propagated by division or by seed. It should be grown in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. It prefers a moist soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize the plant in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Anthobolus foveolatus
Anthobolus foveolatus is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Anthobolus foveolatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthobolus foveolatus?
Anthobolus foveolatus
What type of plant is Anthobolus foveolatus?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant.
Where is Anthobolus foveolatus found?
It is found in the western United States and Canada.
Species in the Anthobolus genus
Species in the Santalaceae family
Acanthosyris annonagustata,
Acanthosyris asipapote,
Acanthosyris falcata,
Acanthosyris glabrata,
Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii,
Acanthosyris spinescens,
Amphorogyne celastroides,
Amphorogyne spicata,
Amphorogyne staufferi,
Anthobolus erythrocaulis,
Anthobolus filifolius,
Anthobolus foveolatus,
Anthobolus leptomeroides,
Antidaphne amazonensis,
Antidaphne andina,
Antidaphne antidaphneoides,
Antidaphne glaziovii,
Antidaphne hondurensis,
Antidaphne punctulata,
Antidaphne schottii,
Antidaphne viscoidea,
Antidaphne wrightii,
Arceuthobium abietinum,
Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae,
Arceuthobium americanum,
Arceuthobium apachecum,
Arceuthobium azoricum,
Arceuthobium bicarinatum,
Arceuthobium blumeri,
Arceuthobium californicum,
Arceuthobium campylopodum,
Arceuthobium chinense,
Arceuthobium cyanocarpum,
Arceuthobium divaricatum,
Arceuthobium douglasii,
Arceuthobium gillii,
Arceuthobium globosum,
Arceuthobium guatemalense,
Arceuthobium hondurense,
Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae,
Arceuthobium littorum,
Arceuthobium microcarpum,
Arceuthobium minutissimum,
Arceuthobium monticola,
Arceuthobium nigrum,
Arceuthobium occidentale,
Arceuthobium oxycedri,
Arceuthobium pendens,
Arceuthobium pini,
Arceuthobium pusillum,