Crassocephalum vitellinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vitellinum
ID:
21070
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
gcc
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 50: 212 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020399
Common Names
- Crassocephalum vitellinum
- Vitellinum Crassocephalum
- Vitellinum Flatweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crassocephalum vitellinum (also called Yellow-flowered Boneset, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to Africa. It has a branching stem and is characterized by its yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Crassocephalum vitellinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crassocephalum vitellinum is a yellow disc floret, about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, about 1 mm in length. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crassocephalum vitellinum is a fast-growing, annual herb that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Crassocephalum vitellinum
Crassocephalum vitellinum is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Crassocephalum vitellinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crassocephalum vitellinum?
Crassocephalum vitellinum
What type of plant is Crassocephalum vitellinum?
It is an annual herb
Where does Crassocephalum vitellinum grow?
It is native to Africa
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
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:199530-1: Based on the initial data import