Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Lév.) C.Jeffrey & Y.L.Chen
Source:
gcc
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39(2): 310 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039373
Common Names
- Hawkweed Synotis
- Hawkweed Cotton-Thistle
- Hawkweed Cotton Thistle
Synonyms
- Senecio hui Chang [unknown]
- Gynura hieraciifolia H.Lév. [unknown]
- Senecio lonchophyllus Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
- Gynura esquirolii H.Lév. [unknown]
Description
Synotis hieraciifolia (also called Hawkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the alpine regions of Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in rocky areas, meadows, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Synotis hieraciifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Synotis hieraciifolia is yellow in color and has a diameter of about 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves and a single stem with a yellow flower.
Cultivation and Propagation
Synotis hieraciifolia is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Synotis hieraciifolia
Synotis hieraciifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape Province.
Synotis hieraciifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Synotis hieraciifolia?
Synotis hieraciifolia
Where does Synotis hieraciifolia grow?
Synotis hieraciifolia grows in the Mediterranean region.
What type of soil does Synotis hieraciifolia prefer?
Synotis hieraciifolia prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5.
Species in the Synotis genus
Synotis glomerata,
Synotis vagans,
Synotis fulvipes,
Synotis simonsii,
Synotis reniformis,
Synotis lucorum,
Synotis rhabdos,
Synotis pseudoalata,
Synotis phupeakensis,
Synotis brevipappa,
Synotis palmatisecta,
Synotis triligulata,
Synotis calocephala,
Synotis ainsliaeifolia,
Synotis longipes,
Synotis changiana,
Synotis tetrantha,
Synotis brunneovillosa,
Synotis setchuenensis,
Synotis yakoensis,
Synotis damiaoshanica,
Synotis atractylidifolia,
Synotis xantholeuca,
Synotis solidaginea,
Synotis muliensis,
Synotis nayongensis,
Synotis hieraciifolia,
Synotis birmanica,
Synotis cordifolia,
Synotis auriculata,
Synotis guizhouensis,
Synotis austroyunnanensis,
Synotis nagensium,
Synotis otophylla,
Synotis alata,
Synotis sciatrephes,
Synotis vaniotii,
Synotis borii,
Synotis bhot,
Synotis duclouxii,
Synotis acuminata,
Synotis sinica,
Synotis erythropappa,
Synotis jowaiensis,
Synotis cappa,
Synotis panduriformis,
Synotis saluenensis,
Synotis ionodasys,
Synotis lushaensis,
Synotis yui,
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,