Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
nana
ID:
28771

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ewart & Jean White) Grau

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 12: 186 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028100

Common Names

  • Ixiochlamys nana
  • Dwarf Ixiochlamys
  • Dwarf Daisy-Bush

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Description

Ixiochlamys nana (also called Dwarf chamomile, among many other common names) is a small herb with white flowers native to Europe. It typically grows in moist, grassy habitats in sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ixiochlamys nana is a herb that is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues. It is also known to have antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ixiochlamys nana has small yellow flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixiochlamys nana is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows to a height of 1-2m and has small, glossy, dark green leaves. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and can tolerate light frosts. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Ixiochlamys nana

Ixiochlamys nana can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil and Peru.

Ixiochlamys nana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixiochlamys nana?

Ixiochlamys nana

What is the natural habitat of Ixiochlamys nana?

Mountainous regions of South America

What are the common uses of Ixiochlamys nana?

Used as an ornamental plant

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-127160: Based on the initial data import
Jürke Grau (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grau' in the authors string.
Alfred James Ewart (1872-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ewart' in the authors string.
Jean White-Haney (1877-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean White' in the authors string.