Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simplex
ID:
33551

Status:
valid

Authors:
(V.M.Badillo) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69: 106 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032880



Common Names

  • Oblivia
  • Simplex
  • Oblivia Simplex


Searching for Oblivia simplex? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Otopappus simplex V.M.Badillo [unknown]

Description

Oblivia simplex (also called 'Simple Oblivia' and 'Simple False-Verbena', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Europe. It has grey-green foliage and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats and along the coast.

Uses & Benefits

Oblivia simplex has non-medical uses such as being used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a natural dye, and its essential oils are used in aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oblivia simplex has small, white flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

Searching for Oblivia simplex? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Oblivia simplex is a shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in moist soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. Once the roots have developed, the plants can be transplanted to their permanent location. It is also possible to propagate from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted once they have developed a few sets of leaves.

Where to Find Oblivia simplex

Oblivia simplex is native to the Canary Islands.

Oblivia simplex FAQ

What is the common name of Oblivia simplex?

Simple Oblivia

What is the natural habitat of Oblivia simplex?

Dry grassland, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas

What is the flowering period of Oblivia simplex?

Spring to summer

What is the scientific name of Oblivia simplex?

Oblivia simplex

What is the life cycle of Oblivia simplex?

Annual

Species in the Oblivia 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-131798: Based on the initial data import
Víctor Manuel Badillo (1920-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.M.Badillo' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.