Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
deasyi
ID:
80023

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Stebbins

Source:
gcc

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club xix. n.° 3, 36 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079352



Common Names

  • Deasy's Soroseris
  • Woolly Soroseris
  • Woolly Daisy


Searching for Soroseris deasyi? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Lactuca deasyi S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Soroseris deasyi (also called Deasy's soroseris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It is native to South America, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Soroseris deasyi is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Soroseris deasyi is a yellow-green head of disc florets, surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

Searching for Soroseris deasyi? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Soroseris deasyi is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Soroseris deasyi

Soroseris deasyi is native to South America and can be found in dry areas, such as deserts and scrublands.

Soroseris deasyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Soroseris deasyi?

Soroseris deasyi

What is the common name of Soroseris deasyi?

Deasy's Soroseris

What is the natural habitat of Soroseris deasyi?

It is found in the western United States

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

Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
G. Ledyard Stebbins (1906-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stebbins' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:250412-1: Based on the initial data import