Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xantholeuca
ID:
34744

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hand.-Mazz.) C.Jeffrey & Y.L.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39(2): 316 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034073



Common Names

  • Synotis xantholeuca
  • Yellow-Green Synotis
  • Xantholeuca Synotis


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Synonyms

  • Senecio xantholeucus Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]

Description

Synotis xantholeuca (also called Yellow-green False Daisy, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in open, dry areas, often on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Synotis xantholeuca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Synotis xantholeuca is a bright yellow daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synotis xantholeuca is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. Division can also be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Synotis xantholeuca

Synotis xantholeuca can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Synotis xantholeuca FAQ

What type of plant is Synotis xantholeuca?

Synotis xantholeuca is a shrub.

Where is Synotis xantholeuca found?

Synotis xantholeuca is found in tropical forests of Central and South America.

What is the growth habit of Synotis xantholeuca?

Synotis xantholeuca is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that typically grows to 3-4 feet in height.

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-13294: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.
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.