Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ghiesbreghtii
ID:
84519

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 49: 392 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083848



Common Names

  • Simsia
  • Giant Simsia
  • Giant Daisy Bush


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Synonyms

  • Encelia ghiesbreghtii A.Gray [unknown]
  • Encelia sericea Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Verbesina argentea Bertol. [unknown]
  • Simsia sericea S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Simsia ghiesbreghtii (also called 'Ghiesbreght's Simsia', 'Ghiesbreght's Daisy', and 'Ghiesbreght's Sunflower', among many other common names) is an annual wildflower native to North Africa. It has a single stem and grows to a height of 0.3-1 m. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Simsia ghiesbreghtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Simsia ghiesbreghtii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Simsia ghiesbreghtii is a perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F. To propagate, take 4-6 inch cuttings from the tips of the plant in late spring or early summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a pot filled with a mixture of sand and peat moss. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Simsia ghiesbreghtii

Simsia ghiesbreghtii is native to the Canary Islands. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Simsia ghiesbreghtii FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Simsia ghiesbreghtii?

Simsia ghiesbreghtii prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

What is the best way to propagate Simsia ghiesbreghtii?

The best way to propagate Simsia ghiesbreghtii is by division or cuttings.

What pests and diseases affect Simsia ghiesbreghtii?

Simsia ghiesbreghtii is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to powdery mildew and aphids.

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-40319: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.