Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
capillaris
ID:
129182

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steetz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Plantae Preissianae 1(4) 1845

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000128511



Common Names

  • Capillary Siemssenia
  • Hair-like Siemssenia
  • Capillary Groundsel


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Description

Siemssenia capillaris (also called Hair-Like Siemssenia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m in height. It is native to North America and is found in dry, open areas such as roadsides, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Siemssenia capillaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Siemssenia capillaris has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siemssenia capillaris is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and lightly covered. Division of the clumps can be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Siemssenia capillaris

Siemssenia capillaris can be found in moist, sandy soils in the eastern United States.

Siemssenia capillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siemssenia capillaris?

Siemssenia capillaris

What type of plant is Siemssenia capillaris?

Herb

Where does Siemssenia capillaris grow?

Mexico

What is the natural habitat of Siemssenia capillaris?

Grassy slopes and meadows

What is the average height of Siemssenia capillaris?

30-90 cm

Species in the Siemssenia 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-89490: Based on the initial data import
Joachim Steetz (1804-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steetz' in the authors string.