Chrysocoma microphylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
27133
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thunb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1800
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Cap. 2: 142 (1800)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026462
Common Names
- Chrysocoma Microphylla
- Small-Leaved Chrysocoma
- Small-Leaved Goldilocks
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- Chrysocoma peduncularis DC. [unknown]
Description
Chrysocoma microphylla (also called Small-Leaved Chrysocoma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Chrysocoma microphylla is a popular ornamental plant, used in flower beds and borders. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin problems, such as acne and rashes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chrysocoma microphylla has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
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Chrysocoma microphylla is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the fall and the seedlings should be transplanted in the spring.
Where to Find Chrysocoma microphylla
Chrysocoma microphylla is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and scrublands.
Chrysocoma microphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrysocoma microphylla?
Chrysocoma microphylla
What type of plant is Chrysocoma microphylla?
It is an herbaceous perennial plant
Where is Chrysocoma microphylla native to?
It is native to South Africa
Species in the Chrysocoma genus
Chrysocoma obtusata, Chrysocoma tridentata, Chrysocoma sparsifolia, Chrysocoma candelabrum, Chrysocoma oblongifolia, Chrysocoma microphylla, Chrysocoma longifolia, Chrysocoma puberula, Chrysocoma ovata, Chrysocoma strigosa, Chrysocoma ciliata, Chrysocoma cernua, Chrysocoma flava, Chrysocoma hantamensis, Chrysocoma acicularis, Chrysocoma decurrens, Chrysocoma schlechteri, Chrysocoma mozambicensis, Chrysocoma rigidula, Chrysocoma esterhuyseniae, Chrysocoma tomentosa, Chrysocoma valida,
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-12557: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.