Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
88440

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cheeseman

Source:
gcc

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 6: 284 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087769



Common Names

  • Chamissoi Plantain
  • Chamissoi Plantago
  • Chamissoi Fleawort


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Description

Fitchia speciosa (also called 'Showy Fitchia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Pacific Islands. It has alternate, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils, and in moist, shaded areas such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Fitchia speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fitchia speciosa is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fitchia speciosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Fitchia speciosa

Fitchia speciosa is native to the islands of the South Pacific, including Fiji, Samoa, and Tonga. It is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Fitchia speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fitchia speciosa?

Fitchia speciosa

What is the natural habitat of Fitchia speciosa?

Fitchia speciosa is native to the Pacific Islands.

What are the common uses of Fitchia speciosa?

Fitchia speciosa is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties.

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,

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