Status:
valid
Authors:
Humbert
Source:
gcc
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 77: 682 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021347
Common Names
- Apodocephala angustifolia
- Narrow-leaved Apodocephala
- Narrow-leaved Daisy
Description
Apodocephala angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Apodocephala, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in dry, sunny places, such as roadsides, fields, and waste places.
Uses & Benefits
Apodocephala angustifolia is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to attract pollinators to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Apodocephala angustifolia is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a rosette shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Apodocephala angustifolia is a perennial herb that grows in moist, well-drained soils. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in early summer or late spring and should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Apodocephala angustifolia
Apodocephala angustifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Apodocephala angustifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Apodocephala angustifolia?
Apodocephala angustifolia
What is the common name of Apodocephala angustifolia?
Narrow-leaved Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Apodocephala angustifolia?
It is native to South Africa, and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.
Species in the Apodocephala 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,