Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
wattii
ID:
9637

Status:
valid

Authors:
Giess ex Merxm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München vi. 249 (1966).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008966



Common Names

  • Wattii Sphaeranthus
  • Sphaeranthus Wattii
  • Wattii


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Description

Sphaeranthus wattii (also called Watt's Globe Thistle, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to Asia and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open forests. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Sphaeranthus wattii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphaeranthus wattii has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a flat-topped cluster. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have two pairs of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphaeranthus wattii is a perennial herb that is easily propagated from seeds. It prefers well-drained, sandy soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Prune regularly to keep the plant compact and tidy.

Where to Find Sphaeranthus wattii

Sphaeranthus wattii is native to Asia and can be found in India, Nepal, and Pakistan.

Sphaeranthus wattii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphaeranthus wattii?

Sphaeranthus wattii

What is the common name of Sphaeranthus wattii?

Watt's Sphaeranthus

What is the natural habitat of Sphaeranthus wattii?

It is found in dry, rocky hillsides and canyons in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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-10868: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Merxmüller (1920-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merxm.' in the authors string.
Johan Wilhelm Heinrich Giess (1910-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Giess' in the authors string.