Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sotarense
ID:
114170

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) V.A.Funk

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Novon 7(3): 240 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113499



Common Names

  • Xenophyllum
  • Sotarense
  • Sotarense Xenophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Werneria leucobryoides S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Werneria sotarensis Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Xenophyllum sotarense (also called Sotarense Starfish Flower, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Xenophyllum sotarense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases. It is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xenophyllum sotarense has small yellow flowers with a white center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a rosette of long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xenophyllum sotarense is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Xenophyllum sotarense

Xenophyllum sotarense is native to Mexico and can be found in nurseries and garden centers.

Xenophyllum sotarense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xenophyllum sotarense?

Xenophyllum sotarense

What are the common names of Xenophyllum sotarense?

Sotaren's xenophyllum, sotaren's sunflower

What is the natural habitat of Xenophyllum sotarense?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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-7419: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Victoria Ann Funk (1947-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Funk' in the authors string.