Elephantopus mendoncae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mendoncae
ID:
138233
Status:
valid
Authors:
Philipson
Source:
gcc
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 76: 304 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137562
Common Names
- Elephantopus
- Mendoncae
- Mendonca's Elephant's Foot
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Elephantopus mendoncae (also called Mendonca's Elephantopus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Elephantopus mendoncae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Elephantopus mendoncae is yellow and daisy-like. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Elephantopus mendoncae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Elephantopus mendoncae
Elephantopus mendoncae is native to South America and is found in wet, marshy areas. It can be found in parts of Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, and Colombia.
Elephantopus mendoncae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elephantopus mendoncae?
Elephantopus mendoncae
What is the common name of Elephantopus mendoncae?
Mendonca's Elephant's Foot
What is the family of Elephantopus mendoncae?
Asteraceae
Species in the Elephantopus genus
Elephantopus mollis, Elephantopus micropappus, Elephantopus piauiensis, Elephantopus scaber, Elephantopus elatus, Elephantopus angolensis, Elephantopus biflorus, Elephantopus carolinianus, Elephantopus pratensis, Elephantopus multisetus, Elephantopus racemosus, Elephantopus dilatatus, Elephantopus erectus, Elephantopus tomentosus, Elephantopus nudicaulis, Elephantopus carolinianus, Elephantopus palustris, Elephantopus hirtiflorus, Elephantopus pratensis, Elephantopus nudatus, Elephantopus senegalensis, Elephantopus mendoncae, Elephantopus elongatus, Elephantopus riparius, Elephantopus arenarius,
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-9824: Based on the initial data import
William Philipson (1911-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Philipson' in the authors string.