Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 809 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000101213
Common Names
- Hyoseris scabra
- Rough Hyoseris
- Scabrous Hyoseris
Description
Hyoseris scabra (also called Rough Sunflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It grows in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. The plant can reach up to 30 cm in height and has yellow-orange flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hyoseris scabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hyoseris scabra is yellow and star-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and round, with a brown seed coat. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short, thick stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hyoseris scabra is an annual herb native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed and prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Hyoseris scabra
Hyoseris scabra is native to Australia and can be found in the arid regions of Western Australia.
Hyoseris scabra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hyoseris scabra?
Hyoseris scabra
What is the common name of Hyoseris scabra?
Rough hyoseris
Where is Hyoseris scabra found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey
Species in the Hyoseris 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,