Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
microcephala
ID:
80740

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Wild & G.V.Pope

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Kirkia 10(2): 323 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080069



Common Names

  • Bothriocline microcephala
  • Microcephala Bothriocline
  • Bothriocline Bothriocline


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Synonyms

  • Erlangea microcephala S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Bothriocline microcephala (also called Shrubby Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It has small, yellow daisy-like flowers and narrow, grey-green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Bothriocline microcephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It also provides habitat for wildlife and can help with erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bothriocline microcephala is a white, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bothriocline microcephala is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted when large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Bothriocline microcephala

Bothriocline microcephala is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Bothriocline microcephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bothriocline microcephala?

Bothriocline microcephala

What is the common name of Bothriocline microcephala?

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What is the natural habitat of Bothriocline microcephala?

Bothriocline microcephala is found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Species in the Bothriocline genus

Bothriocline imatongensis, Bothriocline muschleriana, Bothriocline bampsii, Bothriocline kungwensis, Bothriocline cuneifolia, Bothriocline upembensis, Bothriocline malaissei, Bothriocline hoyoensis, Bothriocline grandicapitulata, Bothriocline leonardiana, Bothriocline schimperi, Bothriocline quercifolia, Bothriocline hispida, Bothriocline huillensis, Bothriocline monocephala, Bothriocline pectinata, Bothriocline glomerata, Bothriocline aggregata, Bothriocline concinna, Bothriocline moramballae, Bothriocline monticola, Bothriocline carrissoi, Bothriocline amplifolia, Bothriocline laxa, Bothriocline steetziana, Bothriocline atroviolacea, Bothriocline nyungwensis, Bothriocline grindeliifolia, Bothriocline microcephala, Bothriocline inyangana, Bothriocline attenuata, Bothriocline sengensis, Bothriocline trifoliata, Bothriocline katangensis, Bothriocline wittei, Bothriocline ugandensis, Bothriocline glabrescens, Bothriocline pauwelsii, Bothriocline auriculata, Bothriocline shagayuensis, Bothriocline nyiruensis, Bothriocline kundelungensis, Bothriocline fusca, Bothriocline mbalensis, Bothriocline angolensis, Bothriocline madagascariensis, Bothriocline marungensis, Bothriocline subcordata, Bothriocline congesta, Bothriocline ruwenzoriensis,

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-36635: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.
Gerald Vernon Pope (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.V.Pope' in the authors string.