Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salicifolia
ID:
44094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4(14): 7 (ed. fol.) (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043423



Common Names

  • Onoseris Willow
  • Willow Onoseris
  • Willowleaf Onoseris


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Description

Onoseris salicifolia (also called 'Willowy Onoseris', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a erect habit and its leaves are linear and lanceolate. It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Onoseris salicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Onoseris salicifolia sub. salicifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Onoseris salicifolia flower is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onoseris salicifolia is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant can be propagated by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Onoseris salicifolia

Onoseris salicifolia is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open areas such as grasslands and desert scrub.

Onoseris salicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Onoseris salicifolia?

Onoseris salicifolia

What is the common name of Onoseris salicifolia?

Willowleaf sunray

What is the natural habitat of Onoseris salicifolia?

Dry, rocky hillsides in Mexico

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