Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3(8): 246 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134442
Common Names
- Hamilton's Dichrocephala
- Hamilton's False Buttonweed
- Hamilton's Buttonweed
Synonyms
- Cotula dichrocephaloides C.B.Clarke [unknown]
- Cotula sinapifolia Buch.-Ham. ex Roxb. [unknown]
Description
Dichrocephala hamiltonii (also called Hamilton's daisy, Hamilton's sunflower, and many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a low-growing, mat-forming habit, with deeply lobed leaves and small, yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils, often in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dichrocephala hamiltonii is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family which is native to South Africa. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dichrocephala hamiltonii is a small white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dichrocephala hamiltonii is a perennial herb native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought tolerant once established. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Dichrocephala hamiltonii
Dichrocephala hamiltonii is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Dichrocephala hamiltonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dichrocephala hamiltonii?
Dichrocephala hamiltonii
What is the common name of Dichrocephala hamiltonii?
Hamilton's Dichrocephala
What is the natural habitat of Dichrocephala hamiltonii?
Open woodlands and grasslands
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