Barnadesia macrocephala - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocephala
ID:
134307
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuntze
Source:
gcc
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 3[3]: 135 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133636
Common Names
- Barnadesia
- Giant-Headed Daisy
- Giant Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Barnadesia macrocephala (also called 'Large-headed Barnadesia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with yellow flowers and a rosette-like form. It is native to South America and grows in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Barnadesia macrocephala 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 skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Barnadesia macrocephala is yellow, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Barnadesia macrocephala is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Barnadesia macrocephala
Barnadesia macrocephala is native to the Andes mountains of South America.
Barnadesia macrocephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barnadesia macrocephala?
Barnadesia macrocephala
What is the common name of Barnadesia macrocephala?
Large-headed Barnadesia
What is the natural habitat of Barnadesia macrocephala?
It is found in the Andean region of South America
Species in the Barnadesia genus
Barnadesia ciliata, Barnadesia blakeana, Barnadesia spinosa, Barnadesia polyacantha, Barnadesia arborea, Barnadesia pycnophylla, Barnadesia odorata, Barnadesia spinosa, Barnadesia dombeyana, Barnadesia macbridei, Barnadesia reticulata, Barnadesia spinosa, Barnadesia horrida, Barnadesia kingii, Barnadesia glomerata, Barnadesia lehmannii, Barnadesia corymbosa, Barnadesia wurdackii, Barnadesia caryophylla, Barnadesia parviflora, Barnadesia macrocephala, Barnadesia woodii, Barnadesia hutchisoniana, Barnadesia jelskii, Barnadesia aculeata,
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-94441: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.