Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
staticifolia
ID:
10200

Status:
valid

Authors:
(All.) Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia 9: 173 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009529



Common Names

  • Tolpis staticifolia
  • Static Tolpis
  • Stiff Tolpis


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Description

Tolpis staticifolia (also called Tolpis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Canary Islands and Madeira. It has small, white flowers and can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is found in dry, rocky habitats and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Tolpis staticifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tolpis staticifolia is a yellow-orange disc flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened achene. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with lobed edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tolpis staticifolia is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Tolpis staticifolia

Tolpis staticifolia is found in the Sierra Madre Occidental range of Mexico.

Tolpis staticifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tolpis staticifolia?

Tolpis staticifolia

What type of plant is Tolpis staticifolia?

It is a shrub

Where does Tolpis staticifolia grow?

It grows in the mountains of Durango, Mexico

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-109231: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Carlo Allioni (1728-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'All.' in the authors string.