Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
flaveriae
ID:
117040

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 122 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116369

Common Names

  • Sartwellia flaveriae
  • Flaveriae Sartwellia
  • Flaveria's Sartwellia

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Synonyms

  • Sartwellia puberula Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Sartwellia flaveriae (also called Flaveria's Sartwellia, among many other common names) is an herb native to South America. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sartwellia flaveriae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Sartwellia flaveriae flower has yellow petals with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sartwellia flaveriae can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Sartwellia flaveriae

Sartwellia flaveriae is native to Mexico and can be found in dry areas such as pastures and roadsides.

Sartwellia flaveriae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sartwellia flaveriae?

Sartwellia flaveriae

What type of plant is Sartwellia flaveriae?

Herb

Where is Sartwellia flaveriae found?

Africa

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-77775: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.