Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
birmanica
ID:
40911

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey & Y.L.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39(2): 335 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040240



Common Names

  • Synotis birmanica
  • Burmese Synotis
  • Burmese Daisy


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Description

Synotis birmanica (also called Burmese synotis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Southeast Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Synotis birmanica is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Synotis birmanica has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two oval-shaped, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synotis birmanica is a perennial herb that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Synotis birmanica should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. It prefers full sun and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Synotis birmanica

Synotis birmanica is native to Southeast Asia, where it can be found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and savannas.

Synotis birmanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synotis birmanica?

Synotis birmanica

What is the common name of Synotis birmanica?

Burmese synotis

Where is Synotis birmanica native to?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Synotis genus

Synotis glomerata, Synotis vagans, Synotis fulvipes, Synotis simonsii, Synotis reniformis, Synotis lucorum, Synotis rhabdos, Synotis pseudoalata, Synotis phupeakensis, Synotis brevipappa, Synotis palmatisecta, Synotis triligulata, Synotis calocephala, Synotis ainsliaeifolia, Synotis longipes, Synotis changiana, Synotis tetrantha, Synotis brunneovillosa, Synotis setchuenensis, Synotis yakoensis, Synotis damiaoshanica, Synotis atractylidifolia, Synotis xantholeuca, Synotis solidaginea, Synotis muliensis, Synotis nayongensis, Synotis hieraciifolia, Synotis birmanica, Synotis cordifolia, Synotis auriculata, Synotis guizhouensis, Synotis austroyunnanensis, Synotis nagensium, Synotis otophylla, Synotis alata, Synotis sciatrephes, Synotis vaniotii, Synotis borii, Synotis bhot, Synotis duclouxii, Synotis acuminata, Synotis sinica, Synotis erythropappa, Synotis jowaiensis, Synotis cappa, Synotis panduriformis, Synotis saluenensis, Synotis ionodasys, Synotis lushaensis, Synotis yui,

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-138914: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
Yi Ling Chen (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.L.Chen' in the authors string.