Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudoalata
ID:
14482

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chang) C.Jeffrey & Y.L.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39(2): 303 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013811



Common Names

  • Synotis pseudoalata
  • Ciruela de monte
  • Ciruela de la sierra


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Description

Synotis pseudoalata (also called False-Winged Synotis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, and is found in meadows, pastures, and coastal cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Synotis pseudoalata has been used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments, and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Synotis pseudoalata has small, yellow flowers with five petals and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synotis pseudoalata is a perennial plant native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in early spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring in a cold frame.

Where to Find Synotis pseudoalata

Synotis pseudoalata is native to South America and can be found in dry, open areas such as deserts and prairies.

Synotis pseudoalata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synotis pseudoalata?

Synotis pseudoalata

Where is Synotis pseudoalata found?

Synotis pseudoalata is found in the western United States and Canada.

What is the growth habit of Synotis pseudoalata?

Synotis pseudoalata is an upright, branching perennial that grows up to 3 feet tall.

What is the bloom time of Synotis pseudoalata?

Synotis pseudoalata blooms from July to September.

What is the flower color of Synotis pseudoalata?

Synotis pseudoalata has yellow flowers.

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-113359: Based on the initial data import
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.