How to identify Shredded umbrella plant (Syneilesis aconitifolia)
Shredded umbrella plant displays a distinctive emergence in spring, with leaves unfolding from stiff stems, initially enveloped in silvery-white hairs, reminiscent of a closed umbrella. These deeply cut leaves eventually expand to reveal a 'shredded' appearance, spanning up to 10 inches (25 cm) in diameter. From June to July, brownish-purple stems support clusters of small pinkish-white flowers. The striking foliage characterizes this herbaceous perennial, belonging to the Asteraceae family.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Herb
Leaf Type: Deciduous
Palmately lobed leaves with shredded appearance, unfolding from silvery-white hairs.
Distinctive brownish-purple unbranched stem, stiff and smooth in texture, 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) tall.
Small pinkish-white florets in corymb formation atop stems, blooming from June to July.
Cylindrical achenes with longitudinal ribs, crowned with pappus of delicate bristles, 0.2-0.24 inches (5-6 mm) long.
Late summer fruits in a color range of white to reddish, providing a textural contrast to foliage.
In the spring, the leaves of shredded umbrella plant emerge as small, erect, unopened umbrellas covered in silvery white wooly hairs. The leaves are peltate, with petioles attached to the lower surface. As they mature, the wooly hairs disappear, and each leaf opens up to about 10 inches (25 cm) in diameter. The leaves are palmately lobed with 7 to 9 deep linear or lanceolate segments, and serrated margins make them resemble a shredded umbrella.
The flowers of shredded umbrella plant are delicate pinkish-white florets that bloom from June to July. Each floret measures approximately 0.25 inches (0.64 cm) in diameter and is arranged in a corymb formation, which sits atop the stem and rises above the foliage. While not particularly showy, these small flowers are distinct with their corymb arrangement, making them an interesting observation for plant enthusiasts during their blooming period.
The stem of shredded umbrella plant is 12 to 18 inches (30 to 45 cm) tall, characterized by its stiffness and smooth texture. It exhibits a simple, unbranched structure and a distinctive brownish-purple color, which sets it apart. The stem is firm and robust, making it easily identifiable. Its lack of branching and smooth surface are notable characteristics, aiding in the identification of shredded umbrella plant in the field.
The fruit of shredded umbrella plant is a cylindrical achene, measuring about 0.2-0.24 inches (5-6 mm) in length, notable for its smooth surface adorned with longitudinal ribs. Upon maturity, each fruit is crowned with a pappus comprised of delicate bristles that range in hue from pure white to a subtle reddish tint, stretching approximately 0.31-0.39 inches (8-10 mm) long. These fruits typically make their appearance in the late summer months, from August through to October, providing a distinctive textural and color contrast to the foliage.
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Scientific Classification of Shredded umbrella plant
