Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
longipetala
ID:
432771

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gilli) Botsch.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 57: 1039 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432103



Common Names

  • Strigosella
  • Longipetala Star
  • Longipetala Star Bromeliad


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Synonyms

  • Malcolmia longipetala Gilli [unknown]
  • Malcolmia cabulica longipetala (Gilli) Podlech & K.Jarmal [unknown]

Description

Strigosella longipetala (also called Long-Stalked Daisy, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Africa, and is found in grasslands and disturbed areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Strigosella longipetala is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and greenhouses. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate drought and heat. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Strigosella longipetala is a bright orange bract with yellowish-green petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strigosella longipetala is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and heat, and can be grown in full sun in cooler climates. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Strigosella longipetala

Strigosella longipetala is native to Africa, specifically Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Strigosella longipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strigosella longipetala?

Strigosella longipetala

What type of plant is Strigosella longipetala?

Perennial herb

What are the common names of Strigosella longipetala?

Long-petaled strigosella

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

Victor Botchantsev (1910-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Botsch.' in the authors string.
Alexander Gilli (1903-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilli' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:290211-1: Based on the initial data import