Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
panduriformis
ID:
94152

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Jeffrey & Y.L.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39(2): 287 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093481



Common Names

  • Synotis panduriformis
  • Fiddle-Leaf Figwort
  • Panduriform Figwort


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Description

Synotis panduriformis (also called Fiddle-Leaf Fig, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small plant, with a height of up to 1 m, and has thick, leathery leaves. It is found in dry, rocky hillsides and scrublands, and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Synotis panduriformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, cold, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Synotis panduriformis is a yellow-green color and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with light green leaves and a yellow-green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synotis panduriformis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall and will germinate in the spring.

Where to Find Synotis panduriformis

Synotis panduriformis is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of France, Italy, and Spain.

Synotis panduriformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synotis panduriformis?

Synotis panduriformis

What is the common name of Synotis panduriformis?

Fiddle-shaped nettle

Where does Synotis panduriformis grow?

Synotis panduriformis is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka

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

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:907710-1: Based on the initial data import