Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Rich.) Isawumi, El-Ghazaly & B.Nord.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Grana 35(4): 228 (1996): (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011836
Common Names
- Hymenolepis Daisy
- Baccharoides hymenolepis
- Daisy
Synonyms
- Vernonia homilocephala S.Moore [unknown]
- Cacalia hymenolepis Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Baccharoides hymenolepis (also called Hymenolepis Baccharoides, among many other common names) is an annual plant with yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to South America and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharoides hymenolepis is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an insect repellent and to make a tea that can help with insomnia.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Baccharoides hymenolepis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baccharoides hymenolepis is an annual herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Baccharoides hymenolepis
Baccharoides hymenolepis is native to the eastern United States, from Virginia to Florida.
Baccharoides hymenolepis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baccharoides hymenolepis?
Baccharoides hymenolepis
What is the common name of Baccharoides hymenolepis?
Giant Ragweed
Where is Baccharoides hymenolepis native to?
North America
Species in the Baccharoides 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
Moses A. Isawumi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Isawumi' in the authors string.