Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
lemuricum
ID:
138432

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humbert) Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Fl. Madagasc. 189: 832 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137761



Common Names

  • Crassocephalum lemuricum
  • Lemuricum Crassocephalum
  • Crassocephalum


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Synonyms

  • Senecio lemuricus Humbert [unknown]

Description

Crassocephalum lemuricum (also called Lemurian Crassocephalum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in dry, rocky slopes, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Crassocephalum lemuricum is used for its attractive foliage and is often used as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crassocephalum lemuricum has white flowers with a yellow center and a diameter of 1/2 inch. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crassocephalum lemuricum is a herbaceous perennial that is native to tropical Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed, which should be sown in spring in a sunny spot. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate spacing. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The plant should be cut back after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Crassocephalum lemuricum

Crassocephalum lemuricum can be found in the United States, primarily in the states of Arizona, California, and New Mexico.

Crassocephalum lemuricum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassocephalum lemuricum?

Crassocephalum lemuricum

What is the common name of Crassocephalum lemuricum?

Lemurian crassocephalum

What type of plant is Crassocephalum lemuricum?

Herbaceous perennial

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-98431: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.