Status:
valid
Authors:
(Franch.) C.Shih
Source:
gcc
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 31(5): 446 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004116
Common Names
- Trichocarp Soroseris
- Trichocarp Soroseris
- Trichocarp Soroseris
Synonyms
- Soroseris gillii (S.Moore) Stebbins [unknown]
- Crepis gillii S.Moore [unknown]
- Crepis trichocarpa Franch. [unknown]
- Soroseris hookeriana gillii (S.Moore) Yu J.Wang & L.M.Heng [unknown]
Description
Soroseris trichocarpa (also called Chinese Milkweed, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to China. It has white flowers and hairy, lance-shaped leaves. It typically grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Soroseris trichocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive issues, skin ailments, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Soroseris trichocarpa has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Soroseris trichocarpa is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Soroseris trichocarpa
Soroseris trichocarpa is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Soroseris trichocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Soroseris trichocarpa?
Soroseris trichocarpa
What type of plant is Soroseris trichocarpa?
It is an annual herb
Where is Soroseris trichocarpa found?
It is found in the western United States
Species in the Soroseris genus
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
Chu Shih (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Shih' in the authors string.