Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hookeriana
ID:
31002

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stebbins

Source:
gcc

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 19(3): 45 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030331



Common Names

  • Soroseris hookeriana
  • Soroseris
  • Hookeriana


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Description

Soroseris hookeriana (also called Hooker's Soroseris, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It is found in open areas such as grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Soroseris hookeriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used to make tea.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Soroseris hookeriana sub. occidentalis (Stebbins) Yu J.Wang & L.M.Heng
Soroseris hookeriana sub. handelii (Stebbins) Yu J.Wang & L.M.Heng
Soroseris hookeriana sub. hirsuta (J.Anthony) Yu J.Wang & L.M.Heng

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Soroseris hookeriana is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Soroseris hookeriana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in early spring and late summer.

Where to Find Soroseris hookeriana

Soroseris hookeriana is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in rocky areas at high elevations, typically between 3,000 and 5,000 meters above sea level.

Soroseris hookeriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Soroseris hookeriana?

Soroseris hookeriana

What is the common name of Soroseris hookeriana?

Hooker's Soroseris

What is the natural habitat of Soroseris hookeriana?

It is native to the Himalayas

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,

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