Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fruticulosa
ID:
28832

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 53: 200 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028161



Common Names

  • Bushy Simsia
  • Simsia
  • Simsia fruticulosa


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Synonyms

  • Encelia fruticulosa Hieron. [unknown]
  • Encelia deltoidea Rusby [unknown]
  • Simsia grisea S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Armania fruticulosa Bertero ex DC. [unknown]
  • Simsia caucana Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Simsia sodiroi S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Simsia pubescens Triana [unknown]
  • Salmea fruticulosa Steud. [unknown]
  • Hopkirkia fruticulosa Spreng. [unknown]
  • Encelia sodiroi Hieron. [unknown]
  • Armania fruticulosa (Spreng.) Bertero ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Simsia fruticulosa (also called Bushy Simsia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval leaves and yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Simsia fruticulosa has been used as an ornamental plant, as a ground cover, and as an ingredient in potpourri. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Simsia fruticulosa has yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and long with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Simsia fruticulosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is best to sow the seeds in the fall and the seedlings will emerge in the spring. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Simsia fruticulosa

Simsia fruticulosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky soils.

Simsia fruticulosa FAQ

What is the growth rate of Simsia fruticulosa?

Simsia fruticulosa is a slow-growing plant, with a growth rate of up to 10 cm per year.

What is the ideal soil type for Simsia fruticulosa?

Simsia fruticulosa prefers well-drained, sandy, loamy soils with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

How much sunlight does Simsia fruticulosa need?

Simsia fruticulosa needs full sun to partial shade for optimal growth.

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-127218: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.