Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stewartii
ID:
137726

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Riley

Source:
gcc

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1925: 223 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137055



Common Names

  • Stewart's Scalesia
  • Stewart's Tree Aster
  • Stewart's Tree Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Scalesia stewartii stewartii [unknown]

Description

Scalesia stewartii (also called Stewart's Scalesia, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, yellow flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to the Galapagos Islands and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Scalesia stewartii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scalesia stewartii is a white-pink disc floret, with a few white ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling has two cotyledons, which are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scalesia stewartii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Galapagos Islands. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. The plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun.

Where to Find Scalesia stewartii

Scalesia stewartii is native to the Galapagos Islands.

Scalesia stewartii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scalesia stewartii?

Scalesia stewartii

What is the common name of Scalesia stewartii?

Stewart's Scalesia

What is the habitat of Scalesia stewartii?

Dry, rocky slopes and grasslands

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