Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hand.-Mazz.) C.Jeffrey & Y.L.Chen
Source:
gcc
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39(2): 320 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000107017
Common Names
- Synotis Ionodasys
- Ionodasys Ragwort
- Ragwort Synotis
Description
Synotis ionodasys (also called 'Mountain Everlasting', among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, grey-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in rocky areas and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Synotis ionodasys is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Synotis ionodasys is yellow, with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Synotis ionodasys is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by sowing seeds in spring or dividing the clumps in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Synotis ionodasys
Synotis ionodasys is native to the Mediterranean region.
Synotis ionodasys FAQ
What is the scientific name of Synotis ionodasys?
Synotis ionodasys
Where does Synotis ionodasys grow?
Synotis ionodasys is native to the Mediterranean region.
What type of soil does Synotis ionodasys prefer?
Synotis ionodasys prefers well-drained, sandy or gravelly soils.
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,