Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
muschleriana
ID:
5741

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wild & G.V.Pope

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Kirkia 10(2): 321 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005070



Common Names

  • Bothriocline muschleriana
  • Bothriocline muschlerianas
  • Bothriocline muschlerianum


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Synonyms

  • Erlangea monocephala Muschl. [unknown]
  • Erlangea monocephala Hiern [unknown]

Description

Bothriocline muschleriana (also called Muschler's Bothriocline, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It has a single stem with yellow flowers and grows in open woods, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Bothriocline muschleriana 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, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bothriocline muschleriana is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and has a diameter of about 0.5 mm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bothriocline muschleriana can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is a hardy perennial and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or summer, and they should germinate within two weeks. Division can be done in the spring or fall, and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Bothriocline muschleriana

Bothriocline muschleriana is native to North America and can be found in open woodlands, prairies, and roadsides.

Bothriocline muschleriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bothriocline muschleriana?

Bothriocline muschleriana

What is the common name of Bothriocline muschleriana?

Muschler's Bothriocline

What is the natural habitat of Bothriocline muschleriana?

Grassy meadows and pastures

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-104880: Based on the initial data import
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.