Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
fertilis
ID:
118930

Status:
valid

Authors:
Swenson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 197(1-4): 181 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118259

Common Names

  • Abrotanella
  • Fertile Abrotanella
  • Fertile Daisy

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Description

Abrotanella fertilis (also called Fertile Abrotanella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height and has yellow flowers. It is typically found in moist habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Abrotanella fertilis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abrotanella fertilis has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abrotanella fertilis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easily propagated from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The plant prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F (-23°C).

Where to Find Abrotanella fertilis

Abrotanella fertilis is native to South America and can be found in the Andes mountain range.

Abrotanella fertilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abrotanella fertilis?

Abrotanella fertilis

What is the natural habitat of Abrotanella fertilis?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

What is the flowering period of Abrotanella fertilis?

April to August

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-79594: Based on the initial data import
Ulf Swenson (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swenson' in the authors string.