Status:
valid
Authors:
Mast.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 10: 270 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607871
Common Names
- Sulcata Willdenowia
- Willdenowia sulcata
- Sulcata Willdenowia
Description
Willdenowia sulcata (also called Sulcate-leaved Willdenowia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of western Asia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including rocky and sandy soils, grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Willdenowia sulcata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Willdenowia sulcata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Willdenowia sulcata is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Willdenowia sulcata
Willdenowia sulcata is native to tropical regions of Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.
Willdenowia sulcata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Willdenowia sulcata?
Willdenowia sulcata
What is the natural habitat of Willdenowia sulcata?
Willdenowia sulcata is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
What is the flowering season of Willdenowia sulcata?
Willdenowia sulcata flowers from late spring to early summer.
Species in the Willdenowia genus
Willdenowia affinis,
Willdenowia arescens,
Willdenowia bolusii,
Willdenowia glomerata,
Willdenowia humilis,
Willdenowia incurvata,
Willdenowia purpurea,
Willdenowia rugosa,
Willdenowia stokoei,
Willdenowia sulcata,
Willdenowia teres,
Willdenowia pilleata,
Species in the Restionaceae family
Alexgeorgea ganopoda,
Alexgeorgea nitens,
Alexgeorgea subterranea,
Anarthria gracilis,
Anarthria humilis,
Anarthria laevis,
Anarthria polyphylla,
Anarthria prolifera,
Anarthria scabra,
Anthochortus capensis,
Anthochortus crinalis,
Anthochortus ecklonii,
Anthochortus graminifolius,
Anthochortus insignis,
Anthochortus laxiflorus,
Anthochortus singularis,
Aphelia brizula,
Aphelia cyperoides,
Aphelia drummondii,
Aphelia gracilis,
Aphelia nutans,
Aphelia pumilio,
Apodasmia brownii,
Apodasmia chilensis,
Apodasmia similis,
Apodasmia ceramophila,
Askidiosperma alboaristatum,
Askidiosperma alticola,
Askidiosperma andreaeanum,
Askidiosperma capitatum,
Askidiosperma chartaceum,
Askidiosperma delicatulum,
Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae,
Askidiosperma insigne,
Askidiosperma longiflorum,
Askidiosperma nitidum,
Askidiosperma paniculatum,
Askidiosperma rugosum,
Askidiosperma alticolum,
Baloskion australe,
Baloskion fimbriatum,
Baloskion gracile,
Baloskion longipes,
Baloskion pallens,
Baloskion stenocoleum,
Baloskion tenuiculme,
Baloskion tetraphyllum,
Calorophus elongatus,
Calorophus erostris,
Cannomois aristata,