Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Genus:
Species:
fuscata
ID:
554151

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lodd.) H.E.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Baileya 4: 28 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553483



Common Names

  • Fuscata Siderasis
  • Fuscata's Siderasis
  • Fuscata Siderasis


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Synonyms

  • Pyrrheima fuscatum (Lodd.) Backer [unknown]
  • Pyrrheima loddigesii Hassk. [unknown]
  • Pyrrheima minus Hassk. [unknown]
  • Siderasis acaules Raf. [unknown]
  • Tradescantia fuscata G.Lodd. [unknown]
  • Tradescantia hirsutissima Pohl ex Seub. [unknown]
  • Pyrrheima loddigesii minus (Hassk.) C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Siderasis fuscata (also called the Brown-flowered Siderasis, among many other common names) is a flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and is native to the western United States. It is found in dry, open areas such as sagebrush steppe and pinyon-juniper woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Siderasis fuscata has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, digestive issues, and respiratory problems. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Siderasis fuscata has small, yellow flowers, and its seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves, and the leaves are lanceolate in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siderasis fuscata is a hardy perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in the spring, while cuttings can be taken in the summer. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a pot filled with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Siderasis fuscata

Siderasis fuscata can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Siderasis fuscata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siderasis fuscata?

Siderasis fuscata

What is the common name of Siderasis fuscata?

No common name

Where is Siderasis fuscata found?

Turkey

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-265910: Based on the initial data import
Conrad Loddiges (1738-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lodd.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Moore (1917-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Moore' in the authors string.