Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocephala
ID:
32292

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mattf.) Y.C.Tseng

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 31: 364 (1993): (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031621



Common Names

  • Macrocephala Ainsliaea
  • Ainsliaea
  • Largehead Ainsliaea


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Synonyms

  • Ainsliaea pteropoda macrocephala Mattf. [unknown]

Description

Ainsliaea macrocephala (also called Large-Headed Ainsliaea, among many other common names) is an annual flowering plant native to China and Japan. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and prefers moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ainsliaea macrocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used in dried flower arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ainsliaea macrocephala has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ainsliaea macrocephala is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed sown in spring or autumn. It is also possible to propagate from root cuttings taken in spring.

Where to Find Ainsliaea macrocephala

Ainsliaea macrocephala is found in the Mediterranean region.

Ainsliaea macrocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ainsliaea macrocephala?

Ainsliaea macrocephala

What is the common name of Ainsliaea macrocephala?

Large-headed Ainsliaea

What is the hardiness zone of Ainsliaea macrocephala?

7-9

Species in the Ainsliaea genus

Ainsliaea uniflora, Ainsliaea henryi, Ainsliaea yunnanensis, Ainsliaea nana, Ainsliaea bonatii, Ainsliaea crassifolia, Ainsliaea spicata, Ainsliaea nervosa, Ainsliaea faurieana, Ainsliaea grossedentata, Ainsliaea rubrinervis, Ainsliaea qianiana, Ainsliaea lancangensis, Ainsliaea reflexa, Ainsliaea brandisiana, Ainsliaea paucicapitata, Ainsliaea mairei, Ainsliaea pingbianensis, Ainsliaea ramosa, Ainsliaea macrocephala, Ainsliaea apiculata, Ainsliaea trinervis, Ainsliaea macroclinidioides, Ainsliaea apteroides, Ainsliaea chapaensis, Ainsliaea fragrans, Ainsliaea angustifolia, Ainsliaea spanocephala, Ainsliaea glabra, Ainsliaea cavaleriei, Ainsliaea foliosa, Ainsliaea caesia, Ainsliaea pertyoides, Ainsliaea elegans, Ainsliaea walkeri, Ainsliaea parvifolia, Ainsliaea dissecta, Ainsliaea gracilis, Ainsliaea aptera, Ainsliaea cordifolia, Ainsliaea pentaflora, Ainsliaea fulvipes, Ainsliaea kawakamii, Ainsliaea acerifolia, Ainsliaea latifolia, Ainsliaea smithii, Ainsliaea angustata, Ainsliaea asaroides, Ainsliaea caobangensis,

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-130575: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.
Yung Chien Tseng (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.C.Tseng' in the authors string.