Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
13595

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees & Mart.) B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 64: 214 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012924



Common Names

  • Brazilian Calyptocarpus
  • Brazil Calyptocarpus
  • Calyptocarpus brasiliensis


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Synonyms

  • Oligogyne synedrelloides Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Blainvillea biaristata DC. [unknown]
  • Blainvillea synedrelloides Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Calyptocarpus megapotamica Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Calyptocarpus bahiensis Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Blainvillea biaristata biaristata [unknown]
  • Blainvillea bahiensis Baker [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium brasiliense Steud. [unknown]
  • Oligogyne bahiensis DC. [unknown]
  • Calyptocarpus biaristatus (DC.) H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Blainvillea brasiliensis S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Oligogyne megapotamica DC. [unknown]
  • Actinea oppositifolia Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Calyptocarpus brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Calyptocarpus, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers. It is native to Brazil, and grows in open, dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calyptocarpus brasiliensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and abdominal pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calyptocarpus brasiliensis is a yellow-golden daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calyptocarpus brasiliensis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When planting, make sure to space the plants at least 18 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Calyptocarpus brasiliensis

Calyptocarpus brasiliensis is native to South America and can be found in wet, open areas.

Calyptocarpus brasiliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calyptocarpus brasiliensis?

Calyptocarpus brasiliensis

What is the common name of Calyptocarpus brasiliensis?

Brazilian Calyptocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Calyptocarpus brasiliensis?

Calyptocarpus brasiliensis is found in dry, open woods and fields in Brazil.

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-112507: Based on the initial data import
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.