Gutenbergia polycephala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polycephala
ID:
33844
Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv. & Hiern
Source:
gcc
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 15: 95 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033173
Common Names
- Polycephalous Gutenbergia
- Gutenbergia Polycephala
- Polycephalous Gutenbergia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gutenbergia polycephala (also called 'Many-headed Daisy', among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white, daisy-like flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Gutenbergia polycephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuel wood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gutenbergia polycephala flowers are yellow and have a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are hairy and have a rosette shape.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gutenbergia polycephala is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or by division. To cultivate, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize when necessary. Divide the plant in spring or autumn for propagation.
Where to Find Gutenbergia polycephala
Gutenbergia polycephala can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Gutenbergia polycephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gutenbergia polycephala?
Gutenbergia polycephala
What is the common name of Gutenbergia polycephala?
Gutenbergia
What is the natural habitat of Gutenbergia polycephala?
Tropical forests
Species in the Gutenbergia genus
Gutenbergia westii, Gutenbergia benguelensis, Gutenbergia longipedicellata, Gutenbergia somalensis, Gutenbergia kassneri, Gutenbergia mweroensis, Gutenbergia polytrichotoma, Gutenbergia pembensis, Gutenbergia petersii, Gutenbergia spermacoceoides, Gutenbergia eylesii, Gutenbergia pubescens, Gutenbergia gracilis, Gutenbergia polycephala, Gutenbergia adenocarpa, Gutenbergia boranensis, Gutenbergia gilbertii, Gutenbergia rueppellii, Gutenbergia cordifolia, Gutenbergia trifolia, Gutenbergia gossweileri, Gutenbergia leiocarpa, Gutenbergia babatiensis, Gutenbergia fruticosa, Gutenbergia pumila, Gutenbergia cordifolia,
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-132074: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.