Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
25246

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 900 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024575



Common Names

  • Oriental Sigesbeckia
  • Chinese Sigesbeckia
  • Japanese Sigesbeckia


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Synonyms

  • Sigesbeckia iberica Willd. [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia orientalis angustifolia Makino [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia caspia Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia caspica Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia droseroides Sweet [unknown]
  • Minyranthes heterophylla Turcz. [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia triangularis Cav. [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia orientalis orientalis [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia orientalis orientalis [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia humilis Koidz. [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia esquirolii H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia gracilis DC. [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia orientalis caspica Kitam. [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia glutinosa Wall. [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia orientalis orientalis [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia orientalis tenggerensis Hochr. [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia orientalis angustifolia Makino [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia microcephala DC. [unknown]
  • Sigesbeckia brachiata Roxb. [unknown]

Description

Sigesbeckia orientalis (also called Oriental siegesbeckia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in desert and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sigesbeckia orientalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sigesbeckia orientalis are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, yellow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sigesbeckia orientalis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate wet soil. In the spring, the plant should be cut back to encourage new growth. Deadheading will also help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Sigesbeckia orientalis

Sigesbeckia orientalis is native to East Asia, and can be found in areas of China, Korea, and Japan.

Sigesbeckia orientalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sigesbeckia orientalis?

Sigesbeckia orientalis

What is the common name of Sigesbeckia orientalis?

Oriental St. Paul's Wort

What is the natural habitat of Sigesbeckia orientalis?

Sigesbeckia orientalis is found in dry grasslands, meadows, 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,

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