Status:
valid
Authors:
C.B.Clarke
Source:
gcc
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Compos. Ind. : 279 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017479
Common Names
- Epilasia Hemilasia
- Half-smooth Epilasia
- Half-smooth Daisy
Synonyms
- Scorzonera nana Boiss. & Buhse [unknown]
- Epilasia nana (Boiss. & Buhse) Grossh. [unknown]
- Epilasia intermedia (Bunge) Soják [unknown]
- Epilasia cenopleura C.B.Clarke [unknown]
- Epilasia hemilasia cenopleura (Bunge) Lipsch. [unknown]
- Epilasia hemilasia hemilasia [unknown]
- Scorzonera hemilasia hemilasia [unknown]
- Scorzonera hemilasia intermedia (Bunge) Boiss. [unknown]
- Epilasia hemilasia hemilasia [unknown]
- Epilasia hemilasia subglabra C.Winkl. [unknown]
- Scorzonera cenopleura Bunge [unknown]
- Epilasia bungeana C.B.Clarke [unknown]
- Epilasia bungei C.B.Clarke [unknown]
- Epilasia cenopleura (Bunge) Soják [unknown]
- Epilasia hemilasia multicostata Kuntze [unknown]
- Epilasia hemilasia nana (Boiss. & Buhse) Kuntze [unknown]
- Epilasia hemilasia latifolia Kuntze [unknown]
- Podospermum intermedium DC. [unknown]
- Scorzonera hemilasia Bunge [unknown]
- Scorzonera intermedia Bunge [unknown]
- Epilasia intermedia C.B.Clarke [unknown]
- Scorzonera nana Bunge [unknown]
- Epilasia hemilasia linearifolia Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Epilasia hemilasia (also called Half-leaf Epilasia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and is native to Europe. It grows in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Epilasia hemilasia is a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat digestive issues, such as stomach aches, indigestion, and nausea. It is also used as an ornamental plant, with its purple flowers adding a splash of color to gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epilasia hemilasia has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epilasia hemilasia is a perennial herb that grows up to 1m in height. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated. Once germinated, the seedlings can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Epilasia hemilasia
Epilasia hemilasia is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South America, and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Epilasia hemilasia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epilasia hemilasia?
Epilasia hemilasia
What is the common name of Epilasia hemilasia?
Epilasia
Where is Epilasia hemilasia found?
Epilasia hemilasia is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Species in the Epilasia 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,