Asteriscus aquaticus facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Asteriscus aquaticus |
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| Asteriscus aquaticus found in Setúbal, Portugal | |
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Asteriscus
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aquaticus
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Asteriscus aquaticus is a type of flowering plant that grows low to the ground. It's an annual herb, which means it completes its life cycle in one year. This plant is known for its pretty orange-yellow flowers. You can find it naturally growing around the Mediterranean Sea. It usually blooms, or flowers, between April and June. This plant loves to grow in dry areas, especially near the coast.
What is Asteriscus aquaticus?
Asteriscus aquaticus is a small plant that belongs to a group of plants called the "Asteriscus alliance". Think of an alliance as a family of plants that are very similar to each other.
Its Original Name
This plant was first described way back in 1753. Its original scientific name was Bupthalmum aquaticum. This name meant "sweet-scented ox eye". It was first placed in the Buphthalmum group, or genus, of plants. A genus is a larger group that contains one or more species that are closely related.
Where it Grows
Asteriscus aquaticus is native to the Mediterranean region. This means it naturally grows in countries around the Mediterranean Sea. It especially likes dry places near the coast. You can often see its bright flowers from April to June.
See also
In Spanish: Asteriscus aquaticus para niños
- Buphthalmum salicifolium – one of two species still found within the Buphthalmum genus.
- Pallenis maritima – a closely related species.
