Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
divaricatum
ID:
29492

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Raf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tellur. 2: 47 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028821



Common Names

  • Croptilon Divaricatum
  • Divaricate Croptilon
  • Croptilon


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Description

Croptilon divaricatum (also called False Dandelion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it is found in dry, open habitats, such as sandy roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Croptilon divaricatum has been used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as its bright yellow flowers are attractive and eye-catching. Additionally, it is used as a food source, as its leaves are edible and can be used in salads.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Croptilon divaricatum has yellow flowers with a dark center and a short, stout stem. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and have multiple, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Croptilon divaricatum can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several clumps and replanted in a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Croptilon divaricatum

Croptilon divaricatum is native to the southeastern United States.

Croptilon divaricatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Croptilon divaricatum?

Croptilon divaricatum

What is the common name of Croptilon divaricatum?

Spreading croptilon

What is the natural habitat of Croptilon divaricatum?

It is native to the southeastern United States.

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-127853: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.