repellä

Repella is a genus of plants in the family Asteraceae, native to South America. The genus is characterized by its small, annual herbs, typically growing to a height of 10-30 centimeters. Repella species are known for their distinctive, daisy-like flowers, which are usually yellow or white and arranged in a flat-topped inflorescence. The leaves are often narrow and linear, and the plants typically have a woolly or hairy texture.

The genus Repella was first described by the German botanist Carl Ludwig Willdenow in 1809. It is named after the French botanist Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck, who was a contemporary of Willdenow. The genus is monotypic, containing only one species, Repella galioides, which is found in the southern regions of South America, including Argentina and Chile.

Repella galioides is a small, annual herb that grows in open habitats, such as grasslands and rocky slopes. It is known for its medicinal properties, particularly its use as a traditional remedy for digestive issues. The plant contains various compounds, including flavonoids and terpenoids, which have been studied for their potential health benefits.

Despite its medicinal potential, Repella galioides is not widely cultivated or commercially available. Its use is primarily limited to traditional medicine and folk remedies in its native regions. However, ongoing research continues to explore the plant's therapeutic properties and its potential applications in modern medicine.