Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sericolepis
ID:
26058

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 34(4): 301 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025387

Common Names

  • Sinclairia sericolepis
  • Silky Sinclairia
  • Silky Sinclairia

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Synonyms

  • Liabum sericolepis Hemsl. [unknown]

Description

Sinclairia sericolepis (also called Silky Sinclairia, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has small, yellow flower heads and is native to South Africa. It is typically found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sinclairia sericolepis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sinclairia sericolepis is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is an achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of toothed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinclairia sericolepis is an annual that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring.

Where to Find Sinclairia sericolepis

Sinclairia sericolepis is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West.

Sinclairia sericolepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinclairia sericolepis?

Sinclairia sericolepis

What is the common name of Sinclairia sericolepis?

Silky Sinclairia

What is the growth habit of Sinclairia sericolepis?

It is an erect perennial herb that grows up to 3 feet tall.

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,

References