Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gentryi
ID:
10365

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Rob.) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 67: 204 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009694

Common Names

  • Sinclairia
  • Gentryi
  • Gentry's Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Liabellum gentryi H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Sinclairia gentryi (also called Gentry's Sinclairia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sinclairia gentryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sinclairia gentryi has yellow flowers with a flat-topped inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinclairia gentryi is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Sinclairia gentryi

Sinclairia gentryi can be found in Mexico, primarily in the central and southern parts of the country.

Sinclairia gentryi FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Sinclairia gentryi?

Sinclairia gentryi is native to Mexico.

What are the medicinal uses of Sinclairia gentryi?

Sinclairia gentryi has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, inflammation, and skin disorders.

What is the growth habit of Sinclairia gentryi?

Sinclairia gentryi is an annual or perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall.

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-109393: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.