Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viscosa
ID:
90108

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. : 66 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089437



Common Names

  • Ixiolaena viscosa
  • Sticky Ixiolaena
  • Sticky False Boneset


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Description

Ixiolaena viscosa (also called Viscosa Ixiolaena, among many other common names) is an herb native to South Africa. It has long, thin leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ixiolaena viscosa is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is found in the Caucasus and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a number of medicinal uses, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Ixiolaena viscosa flower is a yellow-orange color and has a bell-shaped form. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with thin, wiry stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixiolaena viscosa is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, bright spot. To propagate from cuttings, take a stem cutting and allow it to dry for a few days before planting it in a well-draining soil mix. Water the soil lightly and keep it in a warm, bright spot. The cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Ixiolaena viscosa

Ixiolaena viscosa is native to South America and can be found in dry, sandy areas.

Ixiolaena viscosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixiolaena viscosa?

Ixiolaena viscosa

What is the common name of Ixiolaena viscosa?

Viscous Ixiolaena

What is the natural habitat of Ixiolaena viscosa?

Ixiolaena viscosa is found in dry grasslands and scrublands in the Middle East and Central Asia.

Species in the Ixiolaena 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-45746: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.