Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Rob. & Greenm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Sci. , ser. 3, 50: 153 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038495
Common Names
- Sigesbeckia Repens
- Repens Sigesbeckia
- Sigesbeckia
Description
Sigesbeckia repens (also called Creeping Sigesbeckia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas and has thin, creeping stems with narrow, pointed leaves and small, daisy-like flower heads.
Uses & Benefits
Sigesbeckia repens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscapes. It is also used to provide food and shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sigesbeckia repens is yellow in color with a white center. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sigesbeckia repens is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep them in a warm, sunny position. For cuttings, take cuttings in late summer or early autumn and plant them in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and fertilise with a balanced fertiliser every few weeks.
Where to Find Sigesbeckia repens
Sigesbeckia repens can be found in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. It is a low-growing, herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady areas.
Sigesbeckia repens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sigesbeckia repens?
Sigesbeckia repens
What is the common name of Sigesbeckia repens?
Repens
What is the natural habitat of Sigesbeckia repens?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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,