Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simonsii
ID:
78288

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) Anderb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 176(1-2): 104 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000077617



Common Names

  • Duhaldea Simonsii
  • Simons' Duhaldea
  • Simons' False Sainfoin


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Synonyms

  • Inula simonsii C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Helenium simonsii Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Duhaldea simonsii (also called Simons' Duhaldea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It is found in rocky outcrops and open areas in the forest, and has ovate-lanceolate leaves and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Duhaldea simonsii is a plant native to Africa. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Duhaldea simonsii is a yellow-green head of small, tubular florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Duhaldea simonsii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the mountains of South Africa. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Duhaldea simonsii

Duhaldea simonsii is native to South Africa and can be found in the Fynbos biome.

Duhaldea simonsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Duhaldea simonsii?

Duhaldea simonsii

What is the natural habitat of Duhaldea simonsii?

Grassy slopes, rocky hillsides, and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Duhaldea simonsii?

Spring and early summer

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-34240: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.