Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1885
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 15: t. 1482 (1885)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115974
Common Names
- Callilepis salicifolia
- Willow-leaved Centaury
- Willow-leaved Callilepis
Description
Callilepis salicifolia (also called Willow-leaved Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and has a basal rosette of leaves with toothed margins. The leaves are lance-shaped and the flowers are yellow and borne in clusters.
Uses & Benefits
Callilepis salicifolia is used for its medicinal properties to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Callilepis salicifolia is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and small, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Callilepis salicifolia is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. For cuttings, take cuttings from the current season's growth and place in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Callilepis salicifolia
Callilepis salicifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with dry, rocky soils. It is typically found in open woodlands, scrublands, and grasslands.
Callilepis salicifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Callilepis salicifolia?
Callilepis salicifolia
What is the common name of Callilepis salicifolia?
Willow-leaved Daisy
Where is Callilepis salicifolia native to?
South Africa
Species in the Callilepis 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,