Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
incisa
ID:
119984

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 20: 210 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119313



Common Names

  • Galapagos Scalesia
  • Scalesia Tree
  • Inca Tree


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Synonyms

  • Scalesia retroflexa Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Scalesia snodgrassii B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Scalesia incisa (also called Incised Scalesia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers. It is native to the Galapagos Islands and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Scalesia incisa is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source and for its ability to help with soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scalesia incisa is a small yellow flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scalesia incisa is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the divided clumps should be planted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Scalesia incisa

Scalesia incisa can be found in the Galapagos Islands.

Scalesia incisa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scalesia incisa?

Scalesia incisa

What is the common name of Scalesia incisa?

Incised Scalesia

What is the natural habitat of Scalesia incisa?

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