Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
scabrella
ID:
33117

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 21: 283 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032446



Common Names

  • Decachaeta scabrella
  • Rough Decachaeta
  • Rough-leaved Decachaeta


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium microcephalum A.Gray [unknown]
  • Eupatorium scabrellum B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Ophryosporus scabredus (B.L.Rob.) B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Decachaeta scabrella scabrella [unknown]
  • Decachaeta scabrella macvaughii R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Ophryosporus scabrellus B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Decachaeta scabrella (also called Rough Decachaeta, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to South America. It has small yellow flowers and grows up to 30 cm tall. It prefers sunny, dry areas such as grasslands and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Decachaeta scabrella is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a food source and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Decachaeta scabrella has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and spiny. The seedlings have small, oval leaves with spiny edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Decachaeta scabrella is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring or late fall. The seeds should be sown 1/4 inch deep and spaced 6-12 inches apart. Once established, it can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Decachaeta scabrella

Decachaeta scabrella is native to the Caribbean. It can be found in dry, rocky slopes and canyons.

Decachaeta scabrella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Decachaeta scabrella?

Decachaeta scabrella

What is the common name of Decachaeta scabrella?

Rough Decachaeta

What is the habitat of Decachaeta scabrella?

Dry, open woods and roadsides

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-131377: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.