Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
527910

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. Fl. Peruv. Chil. : 154 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527242

Common Names

  • Linear Alonsoa
  • Alonsoa Linearis
  • Linear Daisy

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Description

Alonsoa linearis (also called 'Linear Alonsoa', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a creeping rhizome and a rosette of basal leaves. It is native to South America and grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Alonsoa linearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Alonsoa linearis var. platyphylla (Diels) Edwin
Alonsoa linearis var. linearis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alonsoa linearis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alonsoa linearis is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Alonsoa linearis

Alonsoa linearis can be found in Central and South America.

Alonsoa linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alonsoa linearis?

Alonsoa linearis

What is the common name of Alonsoa linearis?

Linear Alonsoa

What is the natural habitat of Alonsoa linearis?

It is native to Peru and Bolivia and grows in moist grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:798826-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].