Atractylodes macrocephala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocephala
ID:
47100
Status:
valid
Authors:
Koidz.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Fl. Symb. Orient.-Asiat. : 5 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046429
Common Names
- Atractylodes macrocephala
- Macrocephala Atractylodes
- Macrocephala Chinese Atractylodes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Atractylodes macrocephala (also called Large-headed Atractylodes, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to East Asia. It has yellow flowers and its leaves are ovate and entire. It grows in grasslands, open woods, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Atractylodes macrocephala is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source and for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Atractylodes macrocephala is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.
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Atractylodes macrocephala is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Atractylodes macrocephala
Atractylodes macrocephala is native to China and can be found in forests and grasslands.
Atractylodes macrocephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Atractylodes macrocephala?
Atractylodes macrocephala
What is the common name of Atractylodes macrocephala?
Chinese Atractylodes
Where is Atractylodes macrocephala native to?
Japan
Species in the Atractylodes 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-144897: Based on the initial data import
Gen-ichi Koidzumi (1883-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koidz.' in the authors string.