Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
dominii
ID:
66008

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.G.Adams

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Brunonia 2(1): 58 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065337



Common Names

  • Solenogyne dominii
  • Dominii's Sunray
  • Yellow Sunray


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Synonyms

  • Lagenifera gunnii glabra Domin [unknown]

Description

Solenogyne dominii (also called Domini's Sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in meadows, pastures and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Solenogyne dominii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has a pleasant aroma and can be used to make herbal teas and infusions. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Solenogyne dominii is a small daisy-like flower with white petals and yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with white and yellow petals and a single, oval-shaped seed at the center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solenogyne dominii is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken from the tips of branches in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Solenogyne dominii

Solenogyne dominii is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, open areas. It is also found in parts of Namibia and Botswana.

Solenogyne dominii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solenogyne dominii?

Solenogyne dominii

What is the common name of Solenogyne dominii?

Domin's Sunflower

What type of plant is Solenogyne dominii?

Annual

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-22261: Based on the initial data import
Laurence George Adams (1929-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.G.Adams' in the authors string.