🌿Native Nature

bristly oxtongue

Helminthotheca echioides

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Asterales ›Family: Asteraceae ›Genus: Helminthotheca

About

Helminthotheca echioides, known as bristly oxtongue, is a stiff annual or biennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It was traditionally used as an antihelminthic treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of bristly oxtongue?
The scientific name of bristly oxtongue is Helminthotheca echioides.
What is the conservation status of bristly oxtongue?
The bristly oxtongue has a conservation status of Not Evaluated.
What kingdom does bristly oxtongue belong to?
bristly oxtongue belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does bristly oxtongue belong to?
bristly oxtongue belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does bristly oxtongue belong to?
bristly oxtongue belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does bristly oxtongue belong to?
bristly oxtongue belongs to the order Asterales.
What family does bristly oxtongue belong to?
bristly oxtongue belongs to the family Asteraceae.
What genus does bristly oxtongue belong to?
bristly oxtongue belongs to the genus Helminthotheca.