Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
75296

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex DC.) C.Jeffrey & Y.L.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39(2): 306 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074625

Common Names

  • Winged Everlasting
  • Winged Cudweed
  • Winged-leaved Everlasting

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Synonyms

  • Senecio alatus alatus [unknown]
  • Senecio alata oligocephalus Y.L.Chen & K.Y.Pan [unknown]
  • Senecio alatus Wall. [unknown]
  • Cacalia thyrsoidea Spreng. ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Synotis alata (also called the Winged Synotis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Synotis alata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Synotis alata is a small, yellow flower head, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a length of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves, and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synotis alata is a perennial herb that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Synotis alata

Synotis alata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed sites.

Synotis alata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synotis alata?

Synotis alata

What is the common name of Synotis alata?

Winged Synotis

What is the natural habitat of Synotis alata?

Grasslands and disturbed areas

Species in the Synotis genus

Synotis glomerata, Synotis vagans, Synotis fulvipes, Synotis simonsii, Synotis reniformis, Synotis lucorum, Synotis rhabdos, Synotis pseudoalata, Synotis phupeakensis, Synotis brevipappa, Synotis palmatisecta, Synotis triligulata, Synotis calocephala, Synotis ainsliaeifolia, Synotis longipes, Synotis changiana, Synotis tetrantha, Synotis brunneovillosa, Synotis setchuenensis, Synotis yakoensis, Synotis damiaoshanica, Synotis atractylidifolia, Synotis xantholeuca, Synotis solidaginea, Synotis muliensis, Synotis nayongensis, Synotis hieraciifolia, Synotis birmanica, Synotis cordifolia, Synotis auriculata, Synotis guizhouensis, Synotis austroyunnanensis, Synotis nagensium, Synotis otophylla, Synotis alata, Synotis sciatrephes, Synotis vaniotii, Synotis borii, Synotis bhot, Synotis duclouxii, Synotis acuminata, Synotis sinica, Synotis erythropappa, Synotis jowaiensis, Synotis cappa, Synotis panduriformis, Synotis saluenensis, Synotis ionodasys, Synotis lushaensis, Synotis yui,

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-31343: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
Yi Ling Chen (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.L.Chen' in the authors string.