Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canescens
ID:
22353

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 17: 4 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021682

Common Names

  • Syncarpha canescens
  • Hoary Syncarpha
  • Hoary Sunray

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Description

Syncarpha canescens (also called White-rayed Syncarpha, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to the Himalayas, China, and Japan. It has a basal rosette of hairy, lance-shaped leaves, and white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. It prefers moist, shady habitats such as meadows, grasslands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Syncarpha canescens is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also known to be beneficial for treating skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Syncarpha canescens sub. tricolor (DC.) B.Nord.
Syncarpha canescens sub. leucolepis (DC.) B.Nord.
Syncarpha canescens sub. canescens

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Syncarpha canescens has white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant fragrance. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syncarpha canescens is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or by division of the root clumps. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Syncarpha canescens

Syncarpha canescens is found in the western United States and Canada.

Syncarpha canescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syncarpha canescens?

Syncarpha canescens

What is the common name of Syncarpha canescens?

Woolly Sunray

What type of plant is Syncarpha canescens?

A perennial herb

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-120969: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.