Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
silicicola
ID:
90349

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Bremer) Anderb. & K.Bremer

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 78(4): 1071 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089678



Common Names

  • Silicicola Oedera
  • Silicicola Wood-sorrel
  • Silicicola Oxalis


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Description

Oedera silicicola (also called Silica Oedera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to Central and South America. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oedera silicicola is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oedera silicicola is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and dark brown. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oedera silicicola is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Both seeds and divisions should be kept in a warm, sunny location until established.

Where to Find Oedera silicicola

Oedera silicicola is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Oedera silicicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oedera silicicola?

Oedera silicicola

What is the common name of Oedera silicicola?

Siliceous Oedera

What is the natural habitat of Oedera silicicola?

Rocky slopes

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-45984: Based on the initial data import
Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Kåre Bremer (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Bremer' in the authors string.