Crassocephalum macropappus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macropappus
ID:
115249
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
gcc
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 50: 212 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114578
Common Names
- Crassocephalum Macropappus
- Macropappus Crassocephalum
- Macropappus's Crassocephalum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crassocephalum macropappus (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has a rosette of leaves and bright yellow daisy-like flowers. It is found in open grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Crassocephalum macropappus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive problems, fever, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crassocephalum macropappus is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crassocephalum macropappus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained, sandy soil. It requires regular watering and should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season. Pruning is necessary to keep the plant from becoming too large and unruly.
Where to Find Crassocephalum macropappus
Crassocephalum macropappus is native to Africa and is found in Angola, Cameroon, Ghana, and Nigeria. It is commonly found in open grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Crassocephalum macropappus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crassocephalum macropappus?
Crassocephalum macropappus
What is the natural habitat of Crassocephalum macropappus?
It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.
What are the characteristics of Crassocephalum macropappus?
It is an annual herb with small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves.
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-76069: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.