Tolpis virgata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virgata
ID:
136097
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Desf.) Bertol.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1803
Citation Micro:
Mem. Soc. Med. Emul. Genova 2: 135. 1803 , [Rar. Lig. [Ital.] Pl. Decas 1]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000135426
Common Names
- Tolpis Virgata
- Virgate Daisy
- False Hawkbit
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Schmidtia abyssinica Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Tolpis virgata virgata [unknown]
Description
Tolpis virgata (also called Slender Tolpis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in summer. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Tolpis virgata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Tolpis virgata sub. grandiflora (Ten.) PignattiTolpis virgata sub. sexaristata (Biv.) Giardina & Raimondo
Tolpis virgata sub. gussonei (Fiori) Giardina & Raimondo
Tolpis virgata sub. apolloniae Brullo & Furnari
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tolpis virgata is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tolpis virgata is an annual plant native to Europe and Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.
Where to Find Tolpis virgata
Tolpis virgata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils. It is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Tolpis virgata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tolpis virgata?
Tolpis virgata
What is the common name of Tolpis virgata?
Virgate Tolpis
What is the natural habitat of Tolpis virgata?
Open, dry, sunny places
Species in the Tolpis genus
Tolpis farinulosa, Tolpis azorica, Tolpis crassiuscula, Tolpis staticifolia, Tolpis mbalensis, Tolpis glandulifera, Tolpis liouvillei, Tolpis webbii, Tolpis farinulosa, Tolpis grossii, Tolpis macrorhiza, Tolpis webbii, Tolpis laciniata, Tolpis lagopoda, Tolpis barbata, Tolpis nemoralis, Tolpis succulenta, Tolpis calderae, Tolpis umbellata, Tolpis proustii, Tolpis coronopifolia, Tolpis glabrescens, Tolpis capensis, Tolpis virgata, Tolpis macrorhiza,
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-96167: Based on the initial data import
Antonio Bertoloni (1775-1869): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bertol.' in the authors string.
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.