Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viscosa
ID:
125215

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.J.N.Hind

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 54(2): 426 (-429, figs. 1-2) (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124544



Common Names

  • Semiria
  • Viscid Balsam
  • Sticky Balsam


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Description

Semiria viscosa (also called Sticky Balsam, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical regions of Africa. It has small, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides, pastures, and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Semiria viscosa is mainly used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Semiria viscosa has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Semiria viscosa is a perennial herb that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Semiria viscosa

Semiria viscosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Semiria viscosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Semiria viscosa?

Semiria viscosa

What is the common name of Semiria viscosa?

Viscous Semiria

Where is Semiria viscosa found?

Semiria viscosa is found in the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Semiria 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-85640: Based on the initial data import
David John Nicholas Hind (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.N.Hind' in the authors string.