Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
polytrichomata
ID:
105821

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wech.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69(2): 106 (1990), as 'polytr (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000105150



Common Names

  • Polytrichomata Cyanthillium
  • Cyanthillium polytrichomata
  • Polytrichomata


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Description

Cyanthillium polytrichomata (also called Polytrichous Cyanthillium, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Cyanthillium polytrichomata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, dysentery, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyanthillium polytrichomata is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are green and have a single stem with a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyanthillium polytrichomata is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two to three months.

Where to Find Cyanthillium polytrichomata

Cyanthillium polytrichomata can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Cyanthillium polytrichomata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyanthillium polytrichomata?

Cyanthillium polytrichomata

What are the common names of Cyanthillium polytrichomata?

Common names of Cyanthillium polytrichomata include polytrichum aster and polytrichum daisy

Where does Cyanthillium polytrichomata grow?

Cyanthillium polytrichomata grows in temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America

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

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Ronny Wechuysen (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wech.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:948233-1: Based on the initial data import