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valid
                
                
                    
Authors:
(Brenan) H.Rob.
                
                
                    
Source:
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Year:
1999
                
                
                    
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 244 (1999)
                
                
                    
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091075
                
             
            
            
                
                
                
            
            
            
                                    
                        Common Names
                        
                        - Titanophyllum
- Brenandendron Titanophyllum
- Titanophyllum Plant
 
                                
                
                    
                    
                    
                
                
                
                
                                    
                        Synonyms
                        - Vernonia titanophylla Brenan [unknown]
 
                                                    
                        Description
                        
                            Brenandendron titanophyllum (also called Giant-Leaved Brenandendron, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a stout, erect stem and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to South America and can be found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and meadows.                        
                     
                                
                                    
                        Uses & Benefits
                        
                            Brenandendron titanophyllum is used for its ornamental value in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.                        
                     
                                
                                                    
                        Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
                        
                            Brenandendron titanophyllum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.                        
                     
                                
                
                
                                    
                        Cultivation and Propagation
                        
                            Brenandendron titanophyllum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Once established, it requires minimal care.                        
                     
                                                    
                        Where to Find Brenandendron titanophyllum
                        
                            Brenandendron titanophyllum can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.                        
                     
                
                                    
                        Brenandendron titanophyllum FAQ
                        
                            What is the scientific name of Brenandendron titanophyllum?
Brenandendron titanophyllum
What is the common name of Brenandendron titanophyllum?
Titan-leaved Brenandendron
What is the habitat of Brenandendron titanophyllum?
It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands
 
                     
                
                                    
                        Species in the Brenandendron 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,