Status:
valid
                
                
                    
Authors:
(S.Moore) Wild & G.V.Pope
                
                
                    
Source:
gcc
                
                
                    
Year:
1978
                
                
                    
Citation Micro:
Kirkia 11(1): 26 (1978)
                
                
                    
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038965
                
             
            
            
                
                
                
            
            
            
                                    
                        Common Names
                        
                        - Stolz's Brachythrix
- Brachythrix
- Stolz's Groundsel
 
                                
                
                    
                    
                    
                
                
                
                
                                    
                        Synonyms
                        - Muschleria stolzii S.Moore [unknown]
 
                                                    
                        Description
                        
                            Brachythrix stolzii (also called Stolz's Brachythrix, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, yellow flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to South America and is found in dry, open habitats.                        
                     
                                
                                    
                        Uses & Benefits
                        
                            Brachythrix stolzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a windbreak. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and as an antiseptic.                        
                     
                                
                                                    
                        Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
                        
                            Brachythrix stolzii has small, white flowers with a prominent central disc. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.                        
                     
                                
                
                
                                    
                        Cultivation and Propagation
                        
                            Brachythrix stolzii is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and can tolerate some drought. It is also tolerant of light frost.                        
                     
                                                    
                        Where to Find Brachythrix stolzii
                        
                            Brachythrix stolzii can be found in the temperate forests of South America, particularly in Argentina and Chile.                        
                     
                
                                    
                        Brachythrix stolzii FAQ
                        
                            What is the scientific name of Brachythrix stolzii?
Brachythrix stolzii
What is the natural habitat of Brachythrix stolzii?
It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.
What are the uses of Brachythrix stolzii?
It is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for wildlife.
 
                     
                
                                    
                        Species in the Brachythrix 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,