Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
foliosus
ID:
104657

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ross-Craig

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 36: 71, t. 3518 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000103986



Common Names

  • Leafy Sphaeranthus
  • Leafy Sphaeranthus Daisy
  • Leafy Sphaeranthus Fleabane


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Description

Sphaeranthus foliosus (also called Leafy Sphaeranthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It grows in grassy and dry habitats, and has small yellow flowers with a diameter of up to 1 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Sphaeranthus foliosus is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sphaeranthus foliosus is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single, thin, white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphaeranthus foliosus is a perennial herb that is native to India. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in moist soil and kept in a warm, bright location until they have rooted. It can also be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, bright location and kept moist until they have germinated.

Where to Find Sphaeranthus foliosus

Sphaeranthus foliosus is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and woodlands.

Sphaeranthus foliosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphaeranthus foliosus?

Sphaeranthus foliosus

What is the common name of Sphaeranthus foliosus?

Leafy Sphaeranthus

What is the family of Sphaeranthus foliosus?

Asteraceae

Species in the Sphaeranthus genus

Sphaeranthus talbotii, Sphaeranthus cristatus, Sphaeranthus salinarum, Sphaeranthus angolensis, Sphaeranthus fischeri, Sphaeranthus gallensis, Sphaeranthus wattii, Sphaeranthus suaveolens, Sphaeranthus flexuosus, Sphaeranthus indicus, Sphaeranthus epigaeus, Sphaeranthus kirkii, Sphaeranthus neglectus, Sphaeranthus amaranthoides, Sphaeranthus chandleri, Sphaeranthus gazaensis, Sphaeranthus cotuloides, Sphaeranthus africanus, Sphaeranthus samburuensis, Sphaeranthus zavattarii, Sphaeranthus confertifolius, Sphaeranthus steetzii, Sphaeranthus stuhlmannii, Sphaeranthus peguensis, Sphaeranthus senegalensis, Sphaeranthus ukambensis, Sphaeranthus spathulatus, Sphaeranthus mimetes, Sphaeranthus foliosus, Sphaeranthus peduncularis, Sphaeranthus oppositifolius, Sphaeranthus angustifolius, Sphaeranthus similis, Sphaeranthus flexuosus, Sphaeranthus bullatus, Sphaeranthus greenwayi, Sphaeranthus ramosus, Sphaeranthus randii, Sphaeranthus strobiliferus, Sphaeranthus mozambiquensis,

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-6164: Based on the initial data import
Stella Ross-Craig (1906-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ross-Craig' in the authors string.