Cyathula tomentosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
631902
Status:
valid
Authors:
Moq.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 13(2): 327 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631234
Common Names
- Cyathula Tomentosa
- Tomentose Cyathula
- Tomentose Burrweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Achyranthes sequax Wall. [unknown]
- Achyranthes tomentosa Roth [unknown]
- Cyathula sequax Moq. [unknown]
- Desmochaeta sequax A.Braun [unknown]
- Desmochaeta tomentosa Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
Description
Cyathula tomentosa (also called Cyathula prostrata var. tomentosa, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a taproot and is covered with short hairs. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in open grasslands, wastelands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Cyathula tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its medicinal properties. It is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyathula tomentosa is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cyathula tomentosa is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Cyathula tomentosa
Cyathula tomentosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Cyathula tomentosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyathula tomentosa?
Cyathula tomentosa
What is the common name of Cyathula tomentosa?
Woolly Cyathula
What type of plant is Cyathula tomentosa?
Perennial herb
Species in the Cyathula genus
Cyathula achyranthoides, Cyathula biflora, Cyathula braunii, Cyathula capitata, Cyathula ceylanica, Cyathula coriacea, Cyathula cylindrica, Cyathula divulsa, Cyathula erinacea, Cyathula fernando-poensis, Cyathula humbertiana, Cyathula lanceolata, Cyathula madagascaricuais, Cyathula mollis, Cyathula natalensis, Cyathula obtusifolia, Cyathula officinalis, Cyathula orthacantha, Cyathula perrieriana, Cyathula pobeguinii, Cyathula polycephala, Cyathula prostrata, Cyathula semirosulata, Cyathula sphaerocephala, Cyathula tomentosa, Cyathula triuncinata, Cyathula triuncinella, Cyathula uncinulata, Cyathula madagascariensis,
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2749248: Based on the initial data import
Christian Horace Benedict Alfred Moquin-Tandon (1804-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moq.' in the authors string.