Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
soliceps
ID:
60879

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barneby) W.F.Yates

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Indiana Acad. Sci. 88: 370 (1979); cf. Gray Herb. Card Cat.:.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060208



Common Names

  • Soliceps Heliomeris
  • Heliomeris Soliceps
  • Soliceps Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Viguiera soliceps Barneby [unknown]

Description

Heliomeris soliceps (also called Sunray Heliomeris, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has a branched stem, and its leaves are pinnate with toothed margins. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as meadows, pastures and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Heliomeris soliceps is a perennial plant native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heliomeris soliceps has yellow flowers that are clustered in heads. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliomeris soliceps is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings, which should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Heliomeris soliceps

Heliomeris soliceps can be found in the western United States, including in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Heliomeris soliceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliomeris soliceps?

Heliomeris soliceps

What is the common name of Heliomeris soliceps?

Sun-crowned Heliomeris

What is the natural habitat of Heliomeris soliceps?

It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in dry grassland and scrub at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.

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-17266: Based on the initial data import
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Willard F. Yates: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.F.Yates' in the authors string.