Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viscosa
ID:
126945

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 252 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126274



Common Names

  • Viscous Egletes
  • Sticky Egletes
  • Sticky Egletes Grass


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Synonyms

  • Cotula viscosa L. [unknown]
  • Egletes viscosa dissecta Shinners [unknown]
  • Egletes viscosa viscosa [unknown]
  • Egletes viscosa viscosa [unknown]
  • Platystephium graveolens Gardner [unknown]

Description

Egletes viscosa (also called Viscous Egletes, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a stem that can reach up to 1 m in height and its leaves are alternate, lanceolate and covered with hairs. Its flowers are yellow and have a diameter of 1 cm. It grows in sandy soils, grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Egletes viscosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Egletes viscosa is yellow and has a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Egletes viscosa is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and full sun. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Egletes viscosa

Egletes viscosa is native to South America and can be found in nurseries and garden centers in this region.

Egletes viscosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Egletes viscosa?

Egletes viscosa

What is the common name of Egletes viscosa?

Sticky Egletes

What is the natural habitat of Egletes viscosa?

Grasslands and open woodlands in South America

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-87313: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.