Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
delicatum
ID:
1543520

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Halford) K.L.Gibbons

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Taxon 69(3): 533. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000024694


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Description

Scleromitrion delicatum (also called Delicate Scleromitrion, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has a woody stem with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist meadows and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Scleromitrion delicatum has been used as a food source, as a medicinal plant, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scleromitrion delicatum is a yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small black seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scleromitrion delicatum can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Scleromitrion delicatum

Scleromitrion delicatum can be found in the Western and Eastern Cape of South Africa.

Scleromitrion delicatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scleromitrion delicatum?

Scleromitrion delicatum

What is the family of Scleromitrion delicatum?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Scleromitrion delicatum?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,