Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
sessilis
ID:
1415150

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hutch. ex Brenan & Keay) Ver.-Lib. & G.Kadereit

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Taxon 66(3): 604 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427615


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Description

Argyrella sessilis (also called Sessilis Argyrella, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a simple stem, with opposite leaves and small white flowers. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, such as rocky slopes and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Argyrella sessilis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyrella sessilis has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyrella sessilis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to maintain healthy growth.

Where to Find Argyrella sessilis

Argyrella sessilis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Argyrella sessilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyrella sessilis?

Argyrella sessilis

What is the family of Argyrella sessilis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Argyrella sessilis?

Sessile Daisy

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
John Patrick Micklethwait Brenan (1917-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brenan' in the authors string.
Gudrun Kadereit: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Kadereit' in the authors string.
Ronald William John Keay (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keay' in the authors string.
Marie Claire Veranso-Libalah: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ver.-Lib.' in the authors string.