Status:
valid
Authors:
S.F.Blake
Source:
gcc
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 49: 385 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058837
Common Names
- Chase's Simsia
- Chase's Daisy
- Chase's Fleabane
Description
Simsia chaseae (also called Chase's Simsia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Simsia chaseae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Simsia chaseae is yellow and has a single head. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Simsia chaseae is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division of the root clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Simsia chaseae
Simsia chaseae can be found in the dry forests of Mexico and Central America.
Simsia chaseae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Simsia chaseae?
Simsia chaseae
What is the family of Simsia chaseae?
Asteraceae
Where is Simsia chaseae found?
North America
Species in the Simsia genus
Simsia pastoensis,
Simsia hintonii,
Simsia villasenorii,
Simsia fruticulosa,
Simsia lagasceiformis,
Simsia steyermarkii,
Simsia chaseae,
Simsia tenuis,
Simsia spooneri,
Simsia holwayi,
Simsia ghiesbreghtii,
Simsia cronquistii,
Simsia subsetosa,
Simsia santarosensis,
Simsia molinae,
Simsia sanguinea,
Simsia dombeyana,
Simsia foetida,
Simsia calva,
Simsia jamaicensis,
Simsia eurylepis,
Simsia annectens,
Simsia amplexicaulis,
Simsia sylvicola,
Simsia setosa,
Simsia bicentenarialis,
Simsia benziorum,
Simsia ovata,
Simsia rhombifolia,
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,