Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
holwayi
ID:
82448

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 52: 46 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081777



Common Names

  • Holway's Simsia
  • Simsia Holwayi
  • Holwayi


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Description

Simsia holwayi (also called Holway's Simsia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a single stem that can grow up to 1m in height. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a yellow flower head. It is native to the Middle East, and is found in dry open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Simsia holwayi is a plant that is used for ornamental purposes, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Simsia holwayi is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Simsia holwayi is an evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. The plant prefers well-drained soils in full sun and is drought-tolerant. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Simsia holwayi

Simsia holwayi is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands.

Simsia holwayi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Simsia holwayi?

Simsia holwayi

What are the common names of Simsia holwayi?

No common names

What is the growth habit of Simsia holwayi?

It is an annual herb

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-38314: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.