Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Shih
Source:
gcc
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 31: 442 (1993) (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136650
Common Names
- Syncalathium orbiculariforme
- Round-leaved Syncalathium
- Round-leaved False-dandelion
Description
Syncalathium orbiculariforme (also called Orbiculariform Syncalathium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has an upright habit and grows in disturbed areas, fields, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Syncalathium orbiculariforme is a wildflower that is used in gardens for its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, inflammation, and skin problems. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food source for bees and other insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Syncalathium orbiculariforme has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and have a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a diameter of 5-10 cm.
Cultivation and Propagation
Syncalathium orbiculariforme is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Syncalathium orbiculariforme
Syncalathium orbiculariforme is native to the Mediterranean region.
Syncalathium orbiculariforme FAQ
What is the scientific name of Syncalathium orbiculariforme?
Syncalathium orbiculariforme
What is the common name of Syncalathium orbiculariforme?
Orbiculariform Syncalathium
What is the natural habitat of Syncalathium orbiculariforme?
Grassland and scrubland
Species in the Syncalathium 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.