Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.L.Chen
Source:
gcc
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 33(1): 78 (1995) (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026749
Common Names
- Chang's Synotis
- Synotis changiana
- Chang's Synotis
Description
Synotis changiana (also called Chinese Synotis, among many other common names) is a small, erect, annual herb with white, yellow or purple flowers. It is native to China and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Synotis changiana is a small shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and is drought tolerant, making it an ideal choice for xeriscaping. It can also be used as a windbreak or hedge.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Synotis changiana is yellow and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Synotis changiana is a perennial that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings.
Where to Find Synotis changiana
Synotis changiana can be found in China, from Yunnan to Sichuan.
Synotis changiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Synotis changiana?
Synotis changiana
What type of plant is Synotis changiana?
Herbaceous perennial
Where does Synotis changiana grow?
China
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,