Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ilicifolia
ID:
9755

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 44: 64 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009084



Common Names

  • Ilicifolia
  • Scrobicaria
  • Holly-leaved Scrobicaria


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Description

Scrobicaria ilicifolia (also called Scrobicaria ilicifolia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and leathery, ovate leaves. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and can be found in areas with low rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Scrobicaria ilicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scrobicaria ilicifolia is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scrobicaria ilicifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a year.

Where to Find Scrobicaria ilicifolia

Scrobicaria ilicifolia is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Scrobicaria ilicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scrobicaria ilicifolia?

Scrobicaria ilicifolia

What is the common name of Scrobicaria ilicifolia?

Holly-leaved Scrobicaria

What is the growth habit of Scrobicaria ilicifolia?

It is an evergreen shrub with a woody stem and multiple branches

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-108798: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.