Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chrysocephala
ID:
128592

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kar. & Kir.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 15: 125 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127921



Common Names

  • Cancrinia chrysocephala
  • Golden-headed Cancrinia
  • Golden-headed Ragwort


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Description

Cancrinia chrysocephala (also called Golden-headed Cancrinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America and grows in grasslands, pastures, and other open areas. It has yellow flowers and oblong leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Cancrinia chrysocephala has medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive problems, inflammation, and skin conditions. It is also used as a natural dye and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cancrinia chrysocephala is yellow with a single row of petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cancrinia chrysocephala is a hardy plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cancrinia chrysocephala

Cancrinia chrysocephala can be found in the mountains of the Balkan Peninsula.

Cancrinia chrysocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cancrinia chrysocephala?

Cancrinia chrysocephala

What is the common name of Cancrinia chrysocephala?

Golden-headed Cancrinia

What is the natural habitat of Cancrinia chrysocephala?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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-88911: Based on the initial data import
Grigori Karelin (1801-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kar.' in the authors string.
Ivan Petrovich Kirilov (1821-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kir.' in the authors string.