Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.Schauer) B.L.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 42: 35 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031973
Common Names
- Trichocoronis Sessilifolia
- Sessile-leaf Coronilla
- Sessile-leaf Crown-vetch
Synonyms
- Trichocoronis greggii A.Gray [unknown]
- Carelia sessilifolia Kuntze [unknown]
- Ageratum sessilifolium S.Schauer [unknown]
- Carelia sessifolia Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Trichocoronis sessilifolia (also called Sessile-leaved Coronilla, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is often found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Trichocoronis sessilifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds. It is also used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trichocoronis sessilifolia is yellow and white in color, and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichocoronis sessilifolia is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division can also be done in spring or autumn, although it is not always successful.
Where to Find Trichocoronis sessilifolia
Trichocoronis sessilifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry meadows, steppes, and rocky slopes.
Trichocoronis sessilifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichocoronis sessilifolia?
Trichocoronis sessilifolia
What type of plant is Trichocoronis sessilifolia?
It is a shrub
Where does Trichocoronis sessilifolia grow?
It is native to Mexico and Central America
Species in the Trichocoronis 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
Sebastian Schauer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Schauer' in the authors string.