Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
microcephala
ID:
37903

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 158 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037232



Common Names

  • Microcephala Anastraphia
  • Anastraphia Microcephala
  • Microcephala


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Synonyms

  • Gochnatia microcephala (Griseb.) R.N.Jervis & Alain [unknown]
  • Gochnatia microcephala microcephala [unknown]

Description

Anastraphia microcephala (also called Small-headed anastraphia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anastraphia microcephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anastraphia microcephala has yellow flowers, with a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anastraphia microcephala is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated from seed or by division in the spring or fall. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Anastraphia microcephala

Anastraphia microcephala is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the continent.

Anastraphia microcephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anastraphia microcephala?

Anastraphia microcephala

What is the family of Anastraphia microcephala?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Anastraphia microcephala?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Anastraphia genus

Anastraphia gomezii, Anastraphia obtusifolia, Anastraphia pauciflosculosa, Anastraphia attenuata, Anastraphia northropiana, Anastraphia buchii, Anastraphia ekmanii, Anastraphia mantuensis, Anastraphia enneantha, Anastraphia maisiana, Anastraphia shaferi, Anastraphia microcephala, Anastraphia cubensis, Anastraphia ilicifolia, Anastraphia oligantha, Anastraphia crassifolia, Anastraphia cristalensis, Anastraphia geigeliae, Anastraphia crebribracteata, Anastraphia herrerae, Anastraphia oviedoae, Anastraphia parvifolia, Anastraphia recurva, Anastraphia northropiana, Anastraphia montana, Anastraphia elliptica, Anastraphia tortuensis, Anastraphia obovata, Anastraphia cowellii, Anastraphia intertexta, Anastraphia calcicola, Anastraphia picardae, Anastraphia recurva, Anastraphia wilsonii, Anastraphia sessilis,

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,