Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessilis
ID:
138513

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Fl. Peruv. Prodr. : 113 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137842

Common Names

  • Sessile Soliva
  • Sessile-leaved Soliva
  • Sessile-stemmed Soliva

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Description

Soliva sessilis (also called Sessile Soliva, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with a single stem and a rosette of leaves. It is native to South America. It is found in dry, rocky slopes, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Soliva sessilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, inflammation, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Soliva sessilis is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Soliva sessilis is an annual that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny spot. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate spacing. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The plant should be cut back after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Soliva sessilis

Soliva sessilis is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky soils, often on hillsides.

Soliva sessilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Soliva sessilis?

Soliva sessilis

What is the common name of Soliva sessilis?

Sessile Burweed

What is the natural habitat of Soliva sessilis?

Dry woods, thickets, and prairies

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-98509: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.