Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
micropappus
ID:
13778

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 6: 689 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013107

Common Names

  • Elephantopus Micropappus
  • Micro-pappus Elephantopus
  • Micro-pappus Elephantopus

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Description

Elephantopus micropappus (also called Small-pappus Elephantopus, among many other common names) is an annual herb, growing up to 1 m in height. It has small, white flowers and is native to the temperate regions of Australia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Elephantopus micropappus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Elephantopus micropappus has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elephantopus micropappus is a perennial herb that prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by division or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Elephantopus micropappus

Elephantopus micropappus can be found in Australia, in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Elephantopus micropappus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elephantopus micropappus?

Elephantopus micropappus

What is the common name of Elephantopus micropappus?

Small-pappus Elephantopus

What is the habitat of Elephantopus micropappus?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, 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,

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