Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
41527

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zoll. & Moritzi

Source:
gcc

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Natuur- Geneesk. Arch. Ned.-Indië 2: 243 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040856

Common Names

  • Blumea saxatilis
  • Rock Blumea
  • Rock Fleabane

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Description

Blumea saxatilis (also called Chinese feverfew, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas, China, and Southeast Asia. It grows in grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands, and can reach up to 1 meter in height.

Uses & Benefits

Blumea saxatilis is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is used as an ornamental plant and has potential medicinal uses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blumea saxatilis is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small, green, and have multiple, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blumea saxatilis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by division of the root ball. It can also be propagated from seed, but germination can be slow and erratic.

Where to Find Blumea saxatilis

Blumea saxatilis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in open, grassy areas.

Blumea saxatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blumea saxatilis?

Blumea saxatilis

What is the natural habitat of Blumea saxatilis?

Blumea saxatilis is found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

What type of soil does Blumea saxatilis prefer?

Blumea saxatilis prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

Species in the Blumea genus

Blumea linearis, Blumea balsamifera, Blumea laevis, Blumea eriantha, Blumea ramosii, Blumea virens, Blumea oblongifolia, Blumea timorensis, Blumea bovei, Blumea obovata, Blumea vestita, Blumea borneensis, Blumea mindanaensis, Blumea stenophylla, Blumea sikkimensis, Blumea vanoverberghii, Blumea incisa, Blumea hossei, Blumea belangeriana, Blumea tenella, Blumea lanceolaria, Blumea ternatensis, Blumea braunii, Blumea oxyodonta, Blumea lanceolata, Blumea venkataramanii, Blumea junghuhniana, Blumea papuana, Blumea saxatilis, Blumea megacephala, Blumea confertiflora, Blumea hieraciifolia, Blumea densiflora, Blumea pungens, Blumea sagittata, Blumea sumbawensis, Blumea formosana, Blumea longipes, Blumea sinuata, Blumea malcolmii, Blumea scabrifolia, Blumea tenella, Blumea axillaris, Blumea flava, Blumea fistulosa, Blumea crinita, Blumea manillensis, Blumea vestita, Blumea saussureoides, Blumea riparia,

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-139509: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Zollinger (1818-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zoll.' in the authors string.
Alexander Moritzi (1806-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moritzi' in the authors string.