Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sumensis
ID:
86767

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kalen.) Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(1): 60 (2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086096



Common Names

  • Sumatran Fleabane
  • Sumatran Daisy
  • Sumatran Psephellus


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea sumensis Kalen. [unknown]
  • Heterolophus sumensis (Kalen.) Soják [unknown]

Description

Psephellus sumensis (also called 'Sumatran Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Sumatra. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a short stem with white or yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Psephellus sumensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psephellus sumensis is a white or pinkish-white, 5-lobed corolla, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, shiny nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psephellus sumensis is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Psephellus sumensis

Psephellus sumensis is native to Turkey and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops. It is available for purchase from online nurseries and garden centers.

Psephellus sumensis FAQ

What are the growing requirements of Psephellus sumensis?

Psephellus sumensis requires full sun, well-draining soil, and regular watering.

What type of climate does Psephellus sumensis prefer?

Psephellus sumensis prefers a warm, subtropical climate.

What type of soil does Psephellus sumensis prefer?

Psephellus sumensis prefers a well-draining, sandy soil.

Species in the Psephellus genus

Psephellus pergamaceus, Psephellus alexeenkoi, Psephellus integrifolius, Psephellus debedicus, Psephellus bellus, Psephellus simplicicaulis, Psephellus maleevii, Psephellus congestus, Psephellus daghestanicus, Psephellus holtzii, Psephellus pulcherrimus, Psephellus aucherianus, Psephellus galactochroa, Psephellus brevifimbriatus, Psephellus marschallianus, Psephellus bornmuelleri, Psephellus iljinii, Psephellus dittrichii, Psephellus popovae, Psephellus somcheticus, Psephellus araxinus, Psephellus kemulariae, Psephellus xeranthemoides, Psephellus woronowii, Psephellus straminicephalus, Psephellus schischkinii, Psephellus kobstanicus, Psephellus transcaucasicus, Psephellus yildizii, Psephellus goeksunensis, Psephellus xanthocephalus, Psephellus pambakensis, Psephellus schistosus, Psephellus freynii, Psephellus leuzeoides, Psephellus circassicus, Psephellus kopet-daghensis, Psephellus gamidii, Psephellus phaeopappoides, Psephellus boissieri, Psephellus trinervius, Psephellus czerepanovii, Psephellus barbeyi, Psephellus manakyanii, Psephellus carbonatus, Psephellus fajvuschii, Psephellus arpensis, Psephellus ciscaucasicus, Psephellus annae, Psephellus paucilobus,

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-42482: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Ivan Osipovich Kaleniczenko (1805-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kalen.' in the authors string.