Wavyleaf False Oxtongue
Blumea sinuata
Also known as: Cutleaf False Oxtongue
- Native to:
- Andaman Is., Bangladesh, Borneo, Cambodia, Caroline Is., China, Guam, Hainan, India, Jawa, Laos, Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Maldives, Marianas, Myanmar, Nansei-shoto, Nepal, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Palau, Philippines, Solomon Is., Sri Lanka, Sulawesi, Taiwan, Thailand, Vanuatu, Vietnam
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Blumea
- Species:
- Blumea sinuata
- USDA Symbol:
- BLSI
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual | Biennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 150 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- jul,aug,sep,oct
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow
Wildlife Benefits
- Butterflies & Moths:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- butterflies, small insects
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- commonly found in open, disturbed areas