Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cappa
ID:
93821

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don) C.Jeffrey & Y.L.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39(2): 319 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093150



Common Names

  • Cappa Daisy
  • Synotis Daisy
  • Synotis Cappa


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Synonyms

  • Cineraria uncinata Spreng. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio densiflorus Wall. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio tsoongianus Ling [unknown]
  • Senecio cappa Buch.-Ham. ex D.Don [unknown]
  • Senecio uncinellus DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio densiflorus densiflorus [unknown]
  • Synotis cappa cappa [unknown]
  • Senecio cappa cappa [unknown]
  • Senecio aureus Wall. [unknown]
  • Senecio densiflorus Wall. [unknown]
  • Senecio angulosus Wall. [unknown]
  • Solidago densiflora Wall. [unknown]
  • Solidago angulosa Wall. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Senecio nagensium lobbi (Hook.f.) Craib [unknown]
  • Senecio densiflorus lobbi Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Synotis cappa (also called Cappa Synotis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows to a height of 0.3-1 meters and has yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woods, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Synotis cappa is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Synotis cappa var. parishii (Hook.f.) H.Koyama
Synotis cappa var. pubescens (Kitam.) H.B.Naithani

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Synotis cappa is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synotis cappa is an easy-to-grow perennial that can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions.

Where to Find Synotis cappa

Synotis cappa is native to South America and can be found in the wild in Argentina, Bolivia, and Uruguay.

Synotis cappa FAQ

What type of plant is Synotis cappa?

Synotis cappa is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family.

Where is Synotis cappa found?

Synotis cappa is found in South America.

What is the scientific classification of Synotis cappa?

The scientific classification of Synotis cappa is Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Asterales, Family: Asteraceae, Genus: Synotis, Species: S. cappa.

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-49376: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
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.
Francis Buchanan-Hamilton (1762-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buch.-Ham.' in the authors string.