Status:
valid
Authors:
L'Hér.
Source:
gcc
Year:
Citation Micro:
Stirp. Nov. 37. t. 19.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126674
Common Names
- Sigesbeckia
- Golden Ragwort
- St. Paul's Wort
Description
Sigesbeckia flosculosa (also called Starry Sigesbeckia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Sigesbeckia flosculosa is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sigesbeckia flosculosa has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sigesbeckia flosculosa is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Sigesbeckia flosculosa
Sigesbeckia flosculosa is native to Central America and can be found in the countries of Costa Rica and Panama.
Sigesbeckia flosculosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sigesbeckia flosculosa?
Sigesbeckia flosculosa
What is the common name of Sigesbeckia flosculosa?
Many-flowered sigesbeckia
What is the natural habitat of Sigesbeckia flosculosa?
Grasslands and disturbed habitats
Species in the Sigesbeckia genus
Sigesbeckia integrifolia,
Sigesbeckia jorullensis,
Sigesbeckia australiensis,
Sigesbeckia blakei,
Sigesbeckia orientalis,
Sigesbeckia nudicaulis,
Sigesbeckia pubescens,
Sigesbeckia repens,
Sigesbeckia agrestis,
Sigesbeckia bojeri,
Sigesbeckia pringlei,
Sigesbeckia serrata,
Sigesbeckia glabrescens,
Sigesbeckia flosculosa,
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,