Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
annectens
ID:
133647

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 52: 43 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132976



Common Names

  • Simsia Annectens
  • Tassel Daisy
  • Tassel Bush Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Simsia annectens annectens [unknown]

Description

Simsia annectens (also called 'Lace-pod', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with small, white flowers that grows to a height of about 30 cm. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Simsia annectens is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and landscapes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Simsia annectens var. grayi (Sch.Bip. ex S.F.Blake) D.M.Spooner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Simsia annectens is a small, white daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Simsia annectens is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized in spring and summer.

Where to Find Simsia annectens

Simsia annectens is native to the Middle East and can be found in the wild in countries such as Israel, Jordan, and Syria.

Simsia annectens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Simsia annectens?

Simsia annectens

What is the common name of Simsia annectens?

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What is the growth habit of Simsia annectens?

It is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves

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-93804: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.