Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fysonii
ID:
58182

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Calder) H.Rob. & Skvarla

Source:
gcc

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 122(2): 140 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000057511



Common Names

  • Acilepis Fysonii
  • Fyson's Acilepis
  • Fyson's Fleabane


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Description

Acilepis fysonii (also called Fyson's Acilepis, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Acilepis fysonii is used for medicinal purposes and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acilepis fysonii is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acilepis fysonii is a perennial species native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Acilepis fysonii

Acilepis fysonii is native to the Mediterranean region.

Acilepis fysonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acilepis fysonii?

Acilepis fysonii

What is the common name of Acilepis fysonii?

Fyson's acilepis

Where is Acilepis fysonii native to?

Southern Africa

Species in the Acilepis genus

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-156197: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
James Alexander Calder (1915-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Calder' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.