Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
santosii
ID:
111059

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 45: 110, fig (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000110388

Common Names

  • Santos' Trichogonia
  • Trichogonia santosii
  • Santos' Groundsel

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Description

Trichogonia santosii (also called Santos' False-sunflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trichogonia santosii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichogonia santosii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichogonia santosii is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Trichogonia santosii

Trichogonia santosii is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Trichogonia santosii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichogonia santosii?

Trichogonia santosii

What are the common names of Trichogonia santosii?

Santos' trichogonia

What is the natural habitat of Trichogonia santosii?

It is native to dry, grassy slopes and open woodlands in South America

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-6940: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.