Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
patulum
ID:
16755

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aiton) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 103(1): 252 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016084



Common Names

  • Cyanthillium patulum
  • Patulous Cyanthillium
  • Patulous Cyanthillium


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Synonyms

  • Cyanthillium villosum Blume [unknown]
  • Cyanthillium pubescens Blume [unknown]
  • Vernonia patula Merr. [unknown]
  • Cyanopis villosa DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium menthifolium Wall. ex C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Conyza patula Aiton [unknown]
  • Serratula multiflora Blanco [unknown]
  • Isonema ovata Cass. [unknown]
  • Vernonia kawakamii Hayata [unknown]
  • Vernonia chinensis Less. [unknown]
  • Conyza punctulata Wall. [unknown]
  • Cyanopis pubescens DC. [unknown]
  • Cacalia patula Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cyanopis madagascariensis DC. [unknown]
  • Staehelina conyzoides Spreng. [illegitimate]

Description

Cyanthillium patulum (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.4 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cyanthillium patulum 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 various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyanthillium patulum is small, yellow and tubular. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyanthillium patulum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Cyanthillium patulum

Cyanthillium patulum is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Cyanthillium patulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyanthillium patulum?

Cyanthillium patulum

What is the common name of Cyanthillium patulum?

Cyanthillium

What is the natural habitat of Cyanthillium patulum?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-115562: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.