Crassocephalum bougheyanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bougheyanum
ID:
22482
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.D.Adams
Source:
gcc
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
J. W. African Sci. Assoc. 3(1): 111. 1957 , reimpr.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021811
Common Names
- Crassocephalum
- Bougheyanum
- Crassocephalum Bougheyanum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crassocephalum bougheyanum (also called Bougainvillea-Leafed Daisy, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to tropical Africa. It has long, narrow, green leaves and produces a profusion of white daisy-like flowers in late summer. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil and is often found in meadows, open woods, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Crassocephalum bougheyanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crassocephalum bougheyanum has yellow flowers with a single row of yellow petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crassocephalum bougheyanum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Crassocephalum bougheyanum
Crassocephalum bougheyanum is native to West Africa and can be found in moist grasslands and meadows.
Crassocephalum bougheyanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crassocephalum bougheyanum?
Crassocephalum bougheyanum
What type of plant is Crassocephalum bougheyanum?
Herb
What is the natural habitat of Crassocephalum bougheyanum?
Grassy areas
Species in the Crassocephalum genus
Crassocephalum sonchifolium, Crassocephalum manampanihense, Crassocephalum radiatum, Crassocephalum kaessnerianum, Crassocephalum uvens, Crassocephalum bauchiense, Crassocephalum vitellinum, Crassocephalum bougheyanum, Crassocephalum togoense, Crassocephalum paludum, Crassocephalum rubens, Crassocephalum torreanum, Crassocephalum goetzenii, Crassocephalum picridifolium, Crassocephalum coerulum, Crassocephalum gracile, Crassocephalum guineense, Crassocephalum montuosum, Crassocephalum splendens, Crassocephalum libericum, Crassocephalum vitellinum, Crassocephalum ducis-aprutii, Crassocephalum macropappus, Crassocephalum effusum, Crassocephalum crepidioides, Crassocephalum baoulense, Crassocephalum lemuricum,
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-12109: Based on the initial data import
Charles Dennis Adams (1920-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Adams' in the authors string.