Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
109282

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 58 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000108611



Common Names

  • Oligactis sessiliflora
  • Sea Daisy
  • Sea Daisy-bush


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Synonyms

  • Liabum tovarense V.M.Badillo [unknown]
  • Diplostephium sessiliflorum Spreng. [unknown]
  • Andromachia sessilifolia Kunth [unknown]
  • Liabum sessiliflorum Less. [unknown]
  • Oligactis apodocephala Cass. [unknown]

Description

Oligactis sessiliflora (also called sessile-flowered oligactis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean. It has a woody stem and produces white flowers. It typically grows in rocky hillsides and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oligactis sessiliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oligactis sessiliflora is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oligactis sessiliflora is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a year. Prune in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

Where to Find Oligactis sessiliflora

Oligactis sessiliflora is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky and sandy soils. It is also found in the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Azores.

Oligactis sessiliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oligactis sessiliflora?

Oligactis sessiliflora

What is the common name of Oligactis sessiliflora?

Sessile-flowered Oligactis

What is the natural habitat of Oligactis sessiliflora?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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-672: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.