Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
platylepis
ID:
12816

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 34(4): 296 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012145



Common Names

  • Sinclairia platylepis
  • Platylepis Daisy
  • Platylepis Daisy-bush


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Synonyms

  • Liabum platylepis Sch.Bip. ex Klatt [unknown]

Description

Sinclairia platylepis (also called 'Mountain Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States. It grows up to 30 cm in height and has white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Sinclairia platylepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sinclairia platylepis is yellow and star-shaped with five petals. The seed is small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinclairia platylepis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden and should be watered regularly. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Sinclairia platylepis

Sinclairia platylepis can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Sinclairia platylepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinclairia platylepis?

Sinclairia platylepis

What is the common name of Sinclairia platylepis?

Broad-leaved Cudweed

Where is Sinclairia platylepis found?

It is found in the alpine regions of the Pyrenees, Alps, and Carpathians.

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