Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ceylanica
ID:
36715

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Arn.) Grierson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Ceylon J. Sci., Biol. Sci. 10(1): 52 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036044



Common Names

  • Psiadia ceylanica
  • Ceylon Fleabane
  • Ceylon Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Amphirhapis zeylanica DC. [unknown]
  • Solidago ceylanica Arn. [unknown]
  • Microglossa zeylanica Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Psiadia ceylanica (also called Ceylon fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It has a branched stem, and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with serrated margins. It grows in moist habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Psiadia ceylanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psiadia ceylanica var. beddomei (Gamble) V.Chandras.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psiadia ceylanica is a white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psiadia ceylanica is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and dry soil. It can be grown from seed sown in spring or autumn and can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Psiadia ceylanica

Psiadia ceylanica is native to Sri Lanka. It is found in moist, shady areas and is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides.

Psiadia ceylanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psiadia ceylanica?

Psiadia ceylanica

What are the common names of Psiadia ceylanica?

Ceylon fleabane, Ceylon daisy

What is the natural habitat of Psiadia ceylanica?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Species in the Psiadia genus

Psiadia anchusifolia, Psiadia boivinii, Psiadia lucida, Psiadia hispida, Psiadia nigrescens, Psiadia terebinthina, Psiadia minor, Psiadia tardieuana, Psiadia dracaenifolia, Psiadia vernicosa, Psiadia marojejyensis, Psiadia schweinfurthii, Psiadia penninervia, Psiadia laurifolia, Psiadia serrata, Psiadia altissima, Psiadia arguta, Psiadia rivalsii, Psiadia grandidentata, Psiadia mauritiana, Psiadia tsaratananensis, Psiadia depauperata, Psiadia rodriguesiana, Psiadia ceylanica, Psiadia argentea, Psiadia pseudonigrescens, Psiadia salaziana, Psiadia pollicina, Psiadia punctulata, Psiadia alticola, Psiadia tanala, Psiadia amygdalina, Psiadia pascalii, Psiadia mollissima, Psiadia quartziticola, Psiadia agathaeoides, Psiadia callocephala, Psiadia sericea, Psiadia godotiana, Psiadia vestita, Psiadia cacuminum, Psiadia angustifolia, Psiadia decaryi, Psiadia dentata, Psiadia montana, Psiadia altissima, Psiadia dimorpha, Psiadia insignis, Psiadia viscosa, Psiadia melastomatoides,

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

George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Andrew John Charles Grierson (1929-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grierson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:239896-1: Based on the initial data import