Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thespidioides
ID:
84759

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 8(65): 143 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084088



Common Names

  • Centipeda thespidioides
  • Common Centipeda
  • Fringed Centipeda


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Description

Centipeda thespidioides (also called Common Sneezeweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb, native to Australia, growing up to 20 cm tall. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Centipeda thespidioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Centipeda thespidioides are small and yellow, with a single row of ray florets surrounding a yellow disc. The seeds are small and black, with a tuft of white hairs at one end. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centipeda thespidioides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It needs to be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Centipeda thespidioides

Centipeda thespidioides is native to Australia. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Centipeda thespidioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centipeda thespidioides?

Centipeda thespidioides

What is the common name of Centipeda thespidioides?

Toadflax-like centipeda

Where is Centipeda thespidioides found?

Centipeda thespidioides is found in the Mediterranean region.

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,

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