Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
davidii
ID:
15141

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) H.Koyama

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 30: 82 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014470



Common Names

  • Sinacalia davidii
  • David's Sinacalia
  • David's Aster


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Description

Sinacalia davidii (also called David's Sinacalia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sinacalia davidii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also known to attract butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sinacalia davidii is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinacalia davidii is a perennial herb that is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Sinacalia davidii

Sinacalia davidii is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and savannas.

Sinacalia davidii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinacalia davidii?

Sinacalia davidii

What is the family of Sinacalia davidii?

Asteraceae

Where is Sinacalia davidii found?

Asia

What is the common name of Sinacalia davidii?

David's Aster

What is the flowering period of Sinacalia davidii?

Summer

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-11400: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Hiroshige Koyama (1937-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Koyama' in the authors string.