Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
soliceps
ID:
89999

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 54: 63 (-64; fig.) (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089328

Common Names

  • Bishopanthus soliceps
  • Blunt-headed Sunray
  • Large-headed Sunray

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Description

Bishopanthus soliceps (also called Soliceps Bishopanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has short, thick stems and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It prefers dry soils and can be found in deserts and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Bishopanthus soliceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bishopanthus soliceps is a small, white, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bishopanthus soliceps is a perennial species of flowering plant. It is native to the Caucasus region and can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It is best grown in a sunny position and can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Bishopanthus soliceps

Bishopanthus soliceps can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Bishopanthus soliceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bishopanthus soliceps?

Bishopanthus soliceps

What is the common name of Bishopanthus soliceps?

Soliceps Bishopanthus

What is the natural habitat of Bishopanthus soliceps?

Bishopanthus soliceps is native to Mexico and Central America.

Species in the Bishopanthus 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-45642: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.