Syncarpha dykei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dykei
ID:
92603
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bolus) B.Nord.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 17: 5 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091932
Common Names
- Syncarpha Dykei
- Dyke's Syncarpha
- Dykei Syncarpha
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Syncarpha dykei (also called 'Syncarpha', 'Syncarpha dykei', 'Syncarpha dykei var. dykei', 'Syncarpha dykei var. glabra', 'Syncarpha glabra' among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is a low-growing, mat-forming, evergreen perennial with small, linear, grey-green leaves and solitary, yellow daisy-like flowers in summer.
Uses & Benefits
Syncarpha dykei is used for its medicinal properties, as a natural dye for fabrics, and as a food flavoring.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Syncarpha dykei has small white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Syncarpha dykei is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Syncarpha dykei
Syncarpha dykei is found in the grasslands of South Africa.
Syncarpha dykei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Syncarpha dykei?
Syncarpha dykei
What are the common names of Syncarpha dykei?
Dyke's Syncarpha
Where is Syncarpha dykei native to?
South Africa
Species in the Syncarpha genus
Syncarpha speciosissima, Syncarpha staehelina, Syncarpha striata, Syncarpha gnaphaloides, Syncarpha mucronata, Syncarpha canescens, Syncarpha eximia, Syncarpha vestita, Syncarpha argyropsis, Syncarpha marlothii, Syncarpha affinis, Syncarpha aurea, Syncarpha flava, Syncarpha paniculata, Syncarpha variegata, Syncarpha dregeana, Syncarpha loganiana, Syncarpha sordescens, Syncarpha dykei, Syncarpha zeyheri, Syncarpha argentea, Syncarpha ferruginea, Syncarpha milleflora, Syncarpha virgata, Syncarpha recurvata, Syncarpha lepidopodium, Syncarpha montana, Syncarpha affine,
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-4819: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.