Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
agrestis
ID:
60415

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. iii. 45. t. 256

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059744



Common Names

  • Sigesbeckia agrestis
  • Field Sigesbeckia
  • Field Ragweed


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Description

Sigesbeckia agrestis (also called field cup, among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to Europe and western Asia. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sigesbeckia agrestis is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sigesbeckia agrestis is a yellow-brown disc floret with a white corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sigesbeckia agrestis is a fast-growing, annual herb that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds directly in the soil in spring or autumn and keep the soil moist. The plant will reach a height of up to 60 cm and has a spreading habit.

Where to Find Sigesbeckia agrestis

Sigesbeckia agrestis is native to Europe and North Africa. It can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and scrub.

Sigesbeckia agrestis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sigesbeckia agrestis?

Sigesbeckia agrestis

What is the common name of Sigesbeckia agrestis?

Field Sigesbeckia

What is the natural habitat of Sigesbeckia agrestis?

Grassy meadows, pastures, and roadsides

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-16819: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.