Crassocephalum paludum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paludum
ID:
29467
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Jeffrey
Source:
gcc
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(4): 906 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028796
Common Names
- Crassocephalum paludum
- Marsh Cudweed
- Marsh Fleabane
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crassocephalum paludum (also called Marsh Fleabane, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It has small, white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils and is often found in wetlands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Crassocephalum paludum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and also as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crassocephalum paludum has small yellow flowers with four petals and a single yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crassocephalum paludum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Africa. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Crassocephalum paludum
Crassocephalum paludum is native to Africa and can be found in wet, marshy areas.
Crassocephalum paludum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crassocephalum paludum?
Crassocephalum paludum
What is the common name of Crassocephalum paludum?
Marsh Cudweed
What is the family of Crassocephalum paludum?
Asteraceae
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-127830: Based on the initial data import
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.