Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baccata
ID:
75195

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Pruski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Novon 6(4): 414 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074524



Common Names

  • Tilesia
  • Baccate Tilesia
  • Baccate False Daisy


Searching for Tilesia baccata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Tilesia baccata (also called berry-fruited tilesia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers. It is native to South America and grows in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tilesia baccata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive issues and skin conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tilesia baccata var. discoidea (S.F.Blake) Pruski

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tilesia baccata is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

Searching for Tilesia baccata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Tilesia baccata is an annual plant that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed. Cuttings can also be used, but will take longer to germinate.

Where to Find Tilesia baccata

Tilesia baccata is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Goa.

Tilesia baccata FAQ

What is the common name of Tilesia baccata?

Common name of Tilesia baccata is Berried Tilesia

What is the habitat of Tilesia baccata?

Tilesia baccata is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

What is the flowering period of Tilesia baccata?

Tilesia baccata flowers from August to October

Species in the Tilesia genus

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-31245: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.