Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
affinis
ID:
63277

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.Nord.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 17: 4 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062606



Common Names

  • Syncarpha affinis
  • Affinis Syncarpha
  • Affinis Marsh Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Helipterum citrinum Harv. & Sond. [unknown]
  • Argyrocome citrina Kuntze [unknown]
  • Helipterum affine B.Nord. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum citrinum Less. ex Harv. [unknown]
  • Syncarpha affinis affinis [unknown]
  • Helichrysum citrinum Less. [unknown]

Description

Syncarpha affinis (also called Syncarpha, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Syncarpha affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Syncarpha affinis is a yellow disc flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syncarpha affinis is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once rooted, the cuttings should be potted up and kept in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Syncarpha affinis

Syncarpha affinis is native to North America and can be found in moist, open woodlands.

Syncarpha affinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syncarpha affinis?

Syncarpha affinis

What is the natural habitat of Syncarpha affinis?

Woodlands and grasslands in the Northern Hemisphere

What is the flowering period of Syncarpha affinis?

Late spring to early summer

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-19603: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.