Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
coursii
ID:
137735

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 2, 2: 85 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137064



Common Names

  • Cours' Apodocephala
  • Cours' Apodocarp
  • Cours' Apodocarpus


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Description

Apodocephala coursii (also called Cours' Apodocephala, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Apodocephala coursii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Apodocephala coursii is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a few yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling has two cotyledons, which are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apodocephala coursii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. The plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun.

Where to Find Apodocephala coursii

Apodocephala coursii is native to Central Africa.

Apodocephala coursii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apodocephala coursii?

Apodocephala coursii

What is the common name of Apodocephala coursii?

Cours' Apodocephala

What is the habitat of Apodocephala coursii?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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-97761: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.