Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
villosa
ID:
40570

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stewart & J.T.Howell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 4, 22: 247 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039899



Common Names

  • Scalesia villosa
  • Villosa Scalesia
  • Hairy Scalesia


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Synonyms

  • Scalesia villosa villosa [unknown]

Description

Scalesia villosa (also called Scalesia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Galapagos Islands. It has small, leathery leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in dry open habitats such as rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Scalesia villosa is used in gardens and parks as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scalesia villosa is white and has a double row of petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a shallow taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scalesia villosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in autumn.

Where to Find Scalesia villosa

Scalesia villosa is native to the Galapagos Islands. It can be found in moist, tropical areas, such as rainforests and swamps.

Scalesia villosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scalesia villosa?

Scalesia villosa

What is the natural habitat of Scalesia villosa?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.

What is the flowering period of Scalesia villosa?

It flowers from April to June.

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-13859: Based on the initial data import
John Thomas Howell (1903-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Howell' in the authors string.
Robert Stewart (1811-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stewart' in the authors string.