Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rosifolia
ID:
435916

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) J.W.Dawson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 5: 410 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435248



Common Names

  • Scandia Rosifolia
  • Rosifolia Scandia
  • Rosifolia Perennial


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Synonyms

  • Angelica rosifolia Hook. [unknown]
  • Anisotome rosifolia Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Gingidium rosifolium (Hook.f.) J.W.Dawson [unknown]

Description

Scandia rosifolia (also called Rose-leaved Sow-thistle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apiaceae family. It is an annual herb with deeply lobed leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Scandia rosifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scandia rosifolia has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed is a small, black, shiny nut. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scandia rosifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Scandia rosifolia

Scandia rosifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Scandia rosifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scandia rosifolia?

Scandia rosifolia

What type of plant is Scandia rosifolia?

A herb

Where is Scandia rosifolia found?

Central and South America

Species in the Scandia genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
John Wyndham Dawson (1928-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Dawson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:847958-1: Based on the initial data import