Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
uniserialis
ID:
13434

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2(8): 164 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012763



Common Names

  • Sclerocarpus Uniserialis
  • Candelilla de Sierra
  • Candelilla


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Synonyms

  • Sclerocarpus major Small [unknown]
  • Sclerocarpus uniserialis austrotexanus B.L.Turner [unknown]
  • Aldama uniserialis A.Gray [unknown]
  • Gymnopsis uniserialis Hook. [unknown]

Description

Sclerocarpus uniserialis (also called One-Row Sclerocarpus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States. It has a branching stem and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are yellow. It is found in dry, open areas and in disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Sclerocarpus uniserialis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sclerocarpus uniserialis var. frutescens (Brandegee) Feddema

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sclerocarpus uniserialis is small, yellow-white in color, and grows in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a pointed tip. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sclerocarpus uniserialis is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. Pruning is not necessary, but deadheading the flowers will encourage further blooming.

Where to Find Sclerocarpus uniserialis

Sclerocarpus uniserialis is found in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Sclerocarpus uniserialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sclerocarpus uniserialis?

Sclerocarpus uniserialis

What is the common name of Sclerocarpus uniserialis?

African Daisy Bush

Where is Sclerocarpus uniserialis native to?

South 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-112347: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.