Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subscandens
ID:
23031

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.U.Santos

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Paraense Emilio Goeldi, N.S., Bot. 9(2): 213. 1994 [1993 publ. 1994]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022360

Common Names

  • Subscandens Aspilia
  • African Daisy
  • Butter Daisy

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Description

Aspilia subscandens (also called Subscandent Aspilia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central and South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in open grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aspilia subscandens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspilia subscandens is a yellow disc floret, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are initially small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspilia subscandens is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by division or cuttings in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Aspilia subscandens

Aspilia subscandens is native to Africa. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Aspilia subscandens FAQ

What type of plant is Aspilia subscandens?

Aspilia subscandens is a type of perennial herb.

Where does Aspilia subscandens grow?

Aspilia subscandens grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woods.

What is the lifespan of Aspilia subscandens?

The lifespan of Aspilia subscandens is up to 3 years.

Species in the Aspilia genus

Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia jugata, Aspilia paraensis, Aspilia mossambicensis, Aspilia elata, Aspilia rugulosa, Aspilia linearis, Aspilia prostrata, Aspilia goiazensis, Aspilia subscandens, Aspilia pohlii, Aspilia hispidantha, Aspilia diniz-cruzeanae, Aspilia duarteana, Aspilia grazielae, Aspilia matogrossensis, Aspilia platyphylla, Aspilia cavalcantei, Aspilia thouarsii, Aspilia bussei, Aspilia belo-horizontinae, Aspilia ioletae, Aspilia eglerii, Aspilia hatschbachii, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia pseudoyedaea, Aspilia malaissei, Aspilia itabaianenis, Aspilia bojeri, Aspilia gillettii, Aspilia caudata, Aspilia erosa, Aspilia glaziovii, Aspilia cordifolia, Aspilia latissima, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia kotschyi, Aspilia albuquerquei, Aspilia foliosa, Aspilia espinhacensis, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia pereirae, Aspilia andrade-limae, Aspilia macrorrhiza, Aspilia eckendorffii, Aspilia natalensis, Aspilia ciliata, Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia foliosa,

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,

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