Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
azorica
ID:
1053

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) P.Silva

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Vasc. Açores : 129 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000382



Common Names

  • Azorean Tolpis
  • Azorean Daisy
  • Tolpis Azorica


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Synonyms

  • Tolpis nobilis nobilis [unknown]
  • Schmidtia nobilis Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Calodonta azorica Nutt. [unknown]

Description

Tolpis azorica (also called Azorean Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Azores. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes, and has yellow flowers that bloom from June to August.

Uses & Benefits

Tolpis azorica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues, skin diseases, and respiratory problems. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tolpis azorica has small yellow flowers that are clustered together in a flat-topped shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tolpis azorica is a perennial herb that is native to the Azores. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Tolpis azorica

Tolpis azorica can be found in the Azores Islands.

Tolpis azorica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tolpis azorica?

Tolpis azorica

What are the common names of Tolpis azorica?

Common names of Tolpis azorica include Azorean hawkweed and Azorean tolpis.

What is the growth habit of Tolpis azorica?

Tolpis azorica is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.3 m tall.

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-100361: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
António Rodrigo Pinto da Silva (1912-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Silva' in the authors string.