Acanthocladium dockeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dockeri
ID:
12149
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 2(16): 156 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011478
Common Names
- Acanthocladium Dockeri
- Docker's Acanthocladium
- Docker's Thistle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acanthocladium dockeri (also called Docker's acanthocladium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a rosette of lanceolate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthocladium dockeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used in dried flower arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acanthocladium dockeri is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acanthocladium dockeri is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Acanthocladium dockeri
Acanthocladium dockeri can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.
Acanthocladium dockeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acanthocladium dockeri?
Acanthocladium dockeri
What is the common name of Acanthocladium dockeri?
Acanthocladium
What is the family of Acanthocladium dockeri?
Asteraceae
Species in the Acanthocladium genus
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-111124: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.