Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sanguinea
ID:
94027

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 107 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093356



Common Names

  • Bloody Simsia
  • Simsia
  • Bloody Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Aspilia grosseserrata M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Simsia erythranthema Sch.Bip. ex A.Gray [unknown]
  • Simsia sanguinea sanguinea [unknown]
  • Encelia sanguinea sanguinea [unknown]
  • Cosmos hintonii Sherff [unknown]
  • Simsia sanguinea sanguinea [unknown]
  • Simsia sanguinea albida S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Encelia sanguinea Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Encelia sanguinea palmeri A.Gray [unknown]
  • Simsia sanguinea sanguinea [unknown]
  • Simsia sanguinea triloba D.M.Spooner [unknown]
  • Simsia sanguinea palmeri S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Simsia triloba S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Helianthus hastatus Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Simsia sanguinea albida S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Simsia sanguinea (also called red simsia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has red flowers and is native to the Middle East and Central Asia. It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Simsia sanguinea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating respiratory problems, skin diseases, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Simsia sanguinea has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are covered in white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Simsia sanguinea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Simsia sanguinea

Simsia sanguinea can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Simsia sanguinea FAQ

What are the common names of Simsia sanguinea?

Common names of Simsia sanguinea include red thistle and red-flowering thistle.

What is the growth habit of Simsia sanguinea?

Simsia sanguinea is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height.

What is the native range of Simsia sanguinea?

Simsia sanguinea is native to Central Asia.

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-49578: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.