Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suaedifolia
ID:
130746

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Rep. U.S. Mex. Bound., Bot. [Emory] 93. 1859

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130075



Common Names

  • Suaeda Clappia
  • Clappia Suaeda
  • Suaeda Clappia


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Description

Clappia suaedifolia (also called Suaeda-leaved Clappia, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem and grows to a height of about 30 cm. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Clappia suaedifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clappia suaedifolia has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clappia suaedifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Clappia suaedifolia

Clappia suaedifolia can be found in the dry forests of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Clappia suaedifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clappia suaedifolia?

Clappia suaedifolia

What is the family of Clappia suaedifolia?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Clappia suaedifolia?

Sea-lavender clappia

Species in the Clappia 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-90984: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.