Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
radula
ID:
87982

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 94: 375 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087311



Common Names

  • Apodocephala radula
  • Radula Apodocephala
  • Forked Apodocephala


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Description

Apodocephala radula (also called Bristly Apodocephala, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It is characterized by its yellow flowers and bristly, lobed leaves. It is typically found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Apodocephala radula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Apodocephala radula has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apodocephala radula is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips in spring or summer and place them in a pot of moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Apodocephala radula

Apodocephala radula is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Apodocephala radula FAQ

What are the common names for Apodocephala radula?

Fringed Daisy

What type of soil does Apodocephala radula prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

What is the optimal temperature range for Apodocephala radula?

60-75°F (15-24°C)

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-43677: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.