Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calocephala
ID:
23624

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey & Y.L.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39(2): 334 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022953



Common Names

  • Calocerous synotis
  • Calocerous synotis-daisy
  • Calocerous synotis-aster


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Description

Synotis calocephala (also called calocephalus synotis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and it typically grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Synotis calocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Synotis calocephala is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synotis calocephala is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed sown in spring or fall. It can also be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or fall.

Where to Find Synotis calocephala

Synotis calocephala is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece.

Synotis calocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synotis calocephala?

Synotis calocephala

What is the common name of Synotis calocephala?

Calocephala

Where is Synotis calocephala found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region.

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-122187: 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.