Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filifolius
ID:
139238

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ostenf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Biol. Meddel. Kongel. Danske Vidensk. Selsk. 3(2): 136. 1921

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138567



Common Names

  • Threadleaf Siloxerus
  • Threadleaf Sunray
  • Threadleaf Helianthella


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalodes filifolium Benth. [unknown]
  • Angianthus filifolius (Benth.) C.A.Gardner [unknown]

Description

Siloxerus filifolius (also called Thread-Leaved Siloxerus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Siloxerus filifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siloxerus filifolius is a small white flower head with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siloxerus filifolius is a perennial plant that is best grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Siloxerus filifolius

Siloxerus filifolius is native to Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Siloxerus filifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siloxerus filifolius?

Siloxerus filifolius

What is the common name of Siloxerus filifolius?

Thread-Leaved Daisy

What is the habitat of Siloxerus filifolius?

Meadows, marshes, and wet grasslands

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