Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
platycephala
ID:
126913

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 4(4): 496 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126242



Common Names

  • Platycephalus
  • Platycephalus Daisy
  • Dewildemania


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Description

Dewildemania platycephala (also called Platycephalus, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a stem that can reach up to 60 cm in height. Its flowers are yellow and have a diameter of 1.5 cm. It grows in grasslands, scrublands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dewildemania platycephala is an attractive ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It is also known to attract bees and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Dewildemania platycephala flower is a small, yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dewildemania platycephala is a low-maintenance plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Dewildemania platycephala

Dewildemania platycephala can be found in South America, growing in dry areas.

Dewildemania platycephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dewildemania platycephala?

Dewildemania platycephala

What is the common name of Dewildemania platycephala?

Broad-headed Dewildemania

What is the natural habitat of Dewildemania platycephala?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands in South Africa

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-87284: Based on the initial data import
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.