Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
macrocephalus
ID:
21629

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poepp. ex Less.) DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 348 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020958



Common Names

  • Haplopappus macrocephalus
  • Macrocephalus Haplopappus
  • Large-headed Haplopappus


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Synonyms

  • Aster macrocephalus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Haplopappus caespitosa Nutt. [unknown]
  • Diplopappus macrocephalus Poepp. ex Less. [unknown]

Description

Haplopappus macrocephalus (also called Bighead Haplopappus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has an erect stem, reaching up to 1 meter in height, with alternate, linear-lanceolate leaves. It grows in open, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, pastures, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Haplopappus macrocephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and the leaves can be used to make tea. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Haplopappus macrocephalus is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haplopappus macrocephalus is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be used, but they require a period of cold stratification before they will germinate.

Where to Find Haplopappus macrocephalus

Haplopappus macrocephalus can be found in dry, open areas in the western United States, from California to Arizona and New Mexico.

Haplopappus macrocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Haplopappus macrocephalus?

Haplopappus macrocephalus

What is the common name of Haplopappus macrocephalus?

Macrocephalus

What is the family of Haplopappus macrocephalus?

Asteraceae

Species in the Haplopappus genus

Haplopappus hookerianus, Haplopappus platylepis, Haplopappus remyanus, Haplopappus paucidentatus, Haplopappus angustifolius, Haplopappus valparadisiacus, Haplopappus cerberoanus, Haplopappus racemiger, Haplopappus pedunculosus, Haplopappus philippii, Haplopappus macrocephalus, Haplopappus vicuniensis, Haplopappus phyllophorus, Haplopappus diplopappus, Haplopappus integerrimus, Haplopappus donianus, Haplopappus rigidus, Haplopappus pinnatifidus, Haplopappus linifolius, Haplopappus mucronatus, Haplopappus retinervius, Haplopappus rengifoanus, Haplopappus chrysanthemifolius, Haplopappus struthionum, Haplopappus mendocinus, Haplopappus albicans, Haplopappus humilis, Haplopappus nahuelbutae, Haplopappus baylahuen, Haplopappus marginalis, Haplopappus graveolens, Haplopappus ischnos, Haplopappus multifolius, Haplopappus pristiphyllus, Haplopappus ochagavianus, Haplopappus bezanillanus, Haplopappus deserticola, Haplopappus anthylloides, Haplopappus coquimbensis, Haplopappus rotundifolius, Haplopappus uncinatus, Haplopappus parvifolius, Haplopappus fremonti, Haplopappus pinea, Haplopappus kingi, Haplopappus serrulatus, Haplopappus ferreyrae, Haplopappus pulchellus, Haplopappus decurrens, Haplopappus reicheanus,

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-120267: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.