Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
schlimii
ID:
27965

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 53: 155, pl. 539 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027294



Common Names

  • Steiractinia schlimii
  • Schlim's Starwort
  • Schlim's Star-wort


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Description

Steiractinia schlimii (also called Schlim's Starwort, among many other common names) is an annual plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America and is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and waste places. It has a basal rosette of leaves with long, narrow, and toothed leaflets. The flower heads are yellow and have a single row of ray florets.

Uses & Benefits

Steiractinia schlimii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as an herbal remedy for digestive issues, colds, and skin irritations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Steiractinia schlimii is yellow and has a diameter of 4-6 mm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Steiractinia schlimii is a slow-growing, perennial plant that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in containers. It needs to be pruned regularly to keep it from becoming leggy.

Where to Find Steiractinia schlimii

Steiractinia schlimii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.

Steiractinia schlimii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Steiractinia schlimii?

Steiractinia schlimii

What is the common name of Steiractinia schlimii?

Schlim's Steiractinia

What is the natural habitat of Steiractinia schlimii?

It is found in dry grasslands, scrub and rocky areas.

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-126380: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.