Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Díaz & A.Correa
Source:
gcc
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 26(100): 342 (-343; fig. 1) (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045116
Common Names
- Soatane Scrobicaria
- Soatane Daisy
- Soatane Fleabane
Description
Scrobicaria soatana (also called Soatana, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, sunny areas and has white flowers and hairy, lobed leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Scrobicaria soatana is an herbaceous plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to attract pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Scrobicaria soatana has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scrobicaria soatana is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps or by seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 15 cm apart.
Where to Find Scrobicaria soatana
Scrobicaria soatana is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky areas, especially in the Chihuahuan Desert.
Scrobicaria soatana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scrobicaria soatana?
Scrobicaria soatana
What type of plant is Scrobicaria soatana?
It is an annual herb
Where is Scrobicaria soatana found?
It is found in the western United States
Species in the Scrobicaria genus
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
Alejandra Correa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Correa' in the authors string.