Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oliganthoides
ID:
38355

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 6: 156 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037684



Common Names

  • Apodocephala Oliganthoides
  • Oliganthoides Apodocephala
  • Apodocephala


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Description

Apodocephala oliganthoides (also called Small-flowered Apodocéphale, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands, fields, and roadsides. Its physical characteristics include a single stem with a few branches, and small white or yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Apodocephala oliganthoides is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Apodocephala oliganthoides is yellow and daisy-like with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apodocephala oliganthoides is a perennial herb, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is best propagated by seed sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. The seed should be sown in a sunny position and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Apodocephala oliganthoides

Apodocephala oliganthoides can be found in the western United States, from California to Arizona and east to Texas.

Apodocephala oliganthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apodocephala oliganthoides?

Apodocephala oliganthoides

What is the natural habitat of Apodocephala oliganthoides?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

What is the flowering season of Apodocephala oliganthoides?

Late spring to early summer

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,

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