Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
trifida
ID:
59895

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.J.Fay) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69: 391 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059224

Common Names

  • Trifid Alepidocline
  • Alepidocline trifida
  • Trifid Alepidocline

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Synonyms

  • Sabazia trifida J.J.Fay [unknown]
  • Galinsoga formosa Canne [unknown]

Description

Alepidocline trifida (also called Three-Forked Alepidocline, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Alepidocline trifida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in landscaping. It has been used to treat respiratory conditions such as asthma and bronchitis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alepidocline trifida has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in heads. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alepidocline trifida is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

Where to Find Alepidocline trifida

Alepidocline trifida is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Alepidocline trifida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alepidocline trifida?

Alepidocline trifida

What are the common names of Alepidocline trifida?

Three-lobed Daisy

What is the habitat of Alepidocline trifida?

Alepidocline trifida is found in dry grasslands and scrublands in California

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-16314: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.
John J. Fay: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Fay' in the authors string.