Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
schizotrichus
ID:
138903

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 64 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138232



Common Names

  • Schizotrichus Daisy
  • Schizotrichus Fleabane
  • Schizotrichus Plume Thistle


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Description

Dresslerothamnus schizotrichus (also called Schizotrichous Dresslerothamnus, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and bright yellow daisy-like flowers. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dresslerothamnus schizotrichus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source, as its fruits are edible and can be used in salads. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves can be used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dresslerothamnus schizotrichus is yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, black seed. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dresslerothamnus schizotrichus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. It can be sown directly in the garden in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dresslerothamnus schizotrichus

Dresslerothamnus schizotrichus is found in parts of South America, primarily in Argentina and Chile. It is found in dry, open areas such as deserts and grasslands.

Dresslerothamnus schizotrichus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dresslerothamnus schizotrichus?

Dresslerothamnus schizotrichus

What is the common name of Dresslerothamnus schizotrichus?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Dresslerothamnus schizotrichus?

Grassy slopes and open woodlands

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

Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:963512-1: Based on the initial data import