Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
70887

Status:
valid

Authors:
Petrie ex Kirk

Source:
gcc

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. xxiv. 1891 (1892) 420.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070216

Common Names

  • Caespitosa Abrotanella
  • Tufted Abrotanella
  • Tufted Everlasting

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Description

Abrotanella caespitosa (also called Tufted Abrotanella, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and has a woody stem with gray-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Abrotanella caespitosa has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine for treating digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abrotanella caespitosa has yellow flowers with five petals and a diameter of 1.5-2 cm. The seeds are small, oblong and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abrotanella caespitosa is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Abrotanella caespitosa

Abrotanella caespitosa can be found in the mountains of Central and Eastern Europe.

Abrotanella caespitosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abrotanella caespitosa?

Abrotanella caespitosa

What is the common name of Abrotanella caespitosa?

Tufted abrotanella

What is the natural habitat of Abrotanella caespitosa?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

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-27024: Based on the initial data import
Donald Petrie (1846-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petrie' in the authors string.
Thomas Kirk (1828-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirk' in the authors string.