Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
affinis
ID:
93523

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 20: 212 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092852



Common Names

  • Scalesia
  • Galapagos Daisy Tree
  • Galapagos Aster


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Synonyms

  • Scalesia narbonensis B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Scalesia decurrens decurrens [unknown]
  • Scalesia menziesii (O.Deg. & Sherff) O.Deg. & Sherff [unknown]
  • Scalesia decurrens denudata Andersson [unknown]

Description

Scalesia affinis (also called Scalesia pedunculata, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Galapagos Islands. It has white flowers and grows in open, dry areas such as grasslands and scrublands. It is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Scalesia affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory disorders and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Scalesia affinis sub. brachyloba Harling
Scalesia affinis sub. gummifera (Hook.f.) Harling
Scalesia affinis sub. affinis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scalesia affinis has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scalesia affinis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Scalesia affinis

Scalesia affinis can be found in the Galapagos Islands.

Scalesia affinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scalesia affinis?

Scalesia affinis

What type of plant is Scalesia affinis?

It is a tree

Where is Scalesia affinis found?

It is found in the Galapagos Islands

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