Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ligulata
ID:
134659

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 49(1): 77 (1997): (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133988



Common Names

  • Ligulate Selloa
  • Selloa ligulata
  • Ligulate Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Aphanactis ligulata Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Selloa ligulata (also called Ligulate selloa, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Selloa ligulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Selloa ligulata is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Selloa ligulata is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Selloa ligulata

Selloa ligulata is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Selloa ligulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Selloa ligulata?

Selloa ligulata

What is the common name of Selloa ligulata?

Ligulate selloa

What is the natural habitat of Selloa ligulata?

It is found in grasslands of South Africa

Species in the Selloa 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-94787: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.