Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 12: t. 1144 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023455
Common Names
- Adelostigma Senegalense
- Senegal Adelostigma
- Senegal Adelostigma Plant
Description
Adelostigma senegalensis (also called Senegal adelostigma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Africa and is found in dry grasslands, woodlands, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Adelostigma senegalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adelostigma senegalensis is a small, white bloom with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate with a bright green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adelostigma senegalensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.
Where to Find Adelostigma senegalensis
Adelostigma senegalensis is native to Africa and can be found in dry savannas and open woodlands.
Adelostigma senegalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adelostigma senegalensis?
Adelostigma senegalensis
What is the common name of Adelostigma senegalensis?
Senegal Adelostigma
What is the natural habitat of Adelostigma senegalensis?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Adelostigma 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,