Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magnicephala
ID:
70770

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cron

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 61(4): 511 (-512; figs. 13D, (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070099



Common Names

  • Large-Headed Cineraria
  • Big-Headed Cineraria
  • Giant-Headed Cineraria


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Description

Cineraria magnicephala (also called Magnicephala cineraria, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Cineraria magnicephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cineraria magnicephala is a small yellow flower with a flat-topped head. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cineraria magnicephala is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a sunny spot. Divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Cineraria magnicephala

Cineraria magnicephala can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Spain, and Portugal.

Cineraria magnicephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cineraria magnicephala?

Cineraria magnicephala

What is the family of Cineraria magnicephala?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Cineraria magnicephala?

Magnicephala Silver Ragwort

Species in the Cineraria genus

Cineraria longipes, Cineraria deltoidea, Cineraria geraniifolia, Cineraria lobata, Cineraria saxifraga, Cineraria britteniae, Cineraria mollis, Cineraria albicans, Cineraria erosa, Cineraria atriplicifolia, Cineraria ngwenyensis, Cineraria arctotidea, Cineraria dryogeton, Cineraria canescens, Cineraria decipiens, Cineraria pulchra, Cineraria erosa, Cineraria burkei, Cineraria mitellifolia, Cineraria abyssinica, Cineraria microglossa, Cineraria laxiflora, Cineraria glandulosa, Cineraria erodioides, Cineraria anampoza, Cineraria pinnata, Cineraria lyratiformis, Cineraria huilensis, Cineraria magnicephala, Cineraria exilis, Cineraria platycarpa, Cineraria austrotransvaalensis, Cineraria sebaldii, Cineraria densiflora, Cineraria parvifolia, Cineraria tomentosolanatus, Cineraria mazoensis, Cineraria grandibracteata, Cineraria dieterlenii, Cineraria polycephala, Cineraria tomentolanata, Cineraria humifusa, Cineraria albomontana, Cineraria geifolia, Cineraria aspera, Cineraria vagans, Cineraria alchemilloides, Cineraria cyanomontana, Cineraria vallis-pacis, Cineraria tomentolanatus,

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-26906: Based on the initial data import
Glynis V. Cron (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cron' in the authors string.