Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vestita
ID:
32247

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 17: 5 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031576



Common Names

  • Syncarpha vestita
  • Vestite Syncarpha
  • Vestite Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium acilepis DC. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum vestitum Schrank [unknown]
  • Helichrysum speciosum Thunb. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium vestitum Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Xeranthemum vestitum L. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum lanatum Schrank [unknown]

Description

Syncarpha vestita (also called Syncarpha, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows in rocky, sandy, and disturbed soils.

Uses & Benefits

Syncarpha vestita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in dry areas. It is also used to prevent soil erosion and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Syncarpha vestita has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have lance-shaped leaves with a white underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syncarpha vestita is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. Propagation can be done by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Syncarpha vestita

Syncarpha vestita can be found in the eastern United States and Canada.

Syncarpha vestita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syncarpha vestita?

Syncarpha vestita

What is the common name of Syncarpha vestita?

Woolly Sunray

What is the natural habitat of Syncarpha vestita?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-13053: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.