Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.Winkl.) C.Ren, Lazkov & I.D.Illar.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 36(7)-e01838: 9. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423261
Common Names
- Synotis karelinioides
- Karelin's Synotis
- Karelin's Groundsel
Description
Synotis karelinioides (also called Karelin's synotis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to South Africa. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Synotis karelinioides is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Synotis karelinioides has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Synotis karelinioides is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Synotis karelinioides
Synotis karelinioides can be found in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
Synotis karelinioides FAQ
What is the optimal soil pH for Synotis karelinioides?
Synotis karelinioides prefers a soil pH of 6.0-7.0
What is the optimal temperature for Synotis karelinioides?
Synotis karelinioides prefers temperatures between 65-75°F
What is the optimal light requirement for Synotis karelinioides?
Synotis karelinioides prefers full sun to partial shade
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
Chen Ren: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Ren' in the authors string.