Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
argentea
ID:
122327

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 17: 6 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121656



Common Names

  • Syncarpha argentea
  • Argentea Syncarpha
  • Argentea Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Xeranthemum argenteum Thunb. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium planifolium Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium argenteum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum argenteum Thunb. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum staehelina Willd. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum affine Less. [unknown]

Description

Syncarpha argentea (also called Argentea syncarpha, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Andes of Chile and Argentina. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils. It is found in high-altitude grasslands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Syncarpha argentea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Syncarpha argentea has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, light green leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syncarpha argentea is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist medium. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Syncarpha argentea

Syncarpha argentea is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia.

Syncarpha argentea FAQ

What are the growing requirements of Syncarpha argentea?

Syncarpha argentea requires full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the natural habitat of Syncarpha argentea?

Syncarpha argentea is native to South Africa.

What is the lifespan of Syncarpha argentea?

The lifespan of Syncarpha argentea is unknown.

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-82869: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.