Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Rep. Pl. Babbage's Exped. : 13 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135160
Common Names
- Suaeda Kippistia
- Sea-blite Kippistia
- Salt-marsh Kippistia
Description
Kippistia suaedifolia (also called 'Sea-lavender Kippistia', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with white flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America, and grows in moist meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Kippistia suaedifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its bright yellow flowers and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Kippistia suaedifolia is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kippistia suaedifolia can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer for best results.
Where to Find Kippistia suaedifolia
Kippistia suaedifolia is native to the western United States, from California to Montana.
Kippistia suaedifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kippistia suaedifolia?
Kippistia suaedifolia
What is the common name of Kippistia suaedifolia?
Suede-Leaved Kippistia
What is the natural habitat of Kippistia suaedifolia?
Kippistia suaedifolia is found in grasslands and meadows in Europe and Asia.
Species in the Kippistia 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,