Heterocondylus macrocephalus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocephalus
ID:
81316
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 88(2): 145 (-148; fig. 5) (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080645
Common Names
- Heterocondylus macrocephalus
- Large-headed Condyle
- Large-headed Condyle-fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heterocondylus macrocephalus (also called Large-headed Heterocondylus, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to South America. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Heterocondylus macrocephalus is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Heterocondylus macrocephalus is a yellow-orange disc-shaped flower head with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, green stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heterocondylus macrocephalus is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the clumps in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location and kept well-watered until established.
Where to Find Heterocondylus macrocephalus
Heterocondylus macrocephalus can be found in dry, sandy soils in the Mediterranean region.
Heterocondylus macrocephalus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heterocondylus macrocephalus?
Heterocondylus macrocephalus
What type of plant is Heterocondylus macrocephalus?
It is a shrub
Where is Heterocondylus macrocephalus found?
It is found in South Africa
Species in the Heterocondylus genus
Heterocondylus reitzii, Heterocondylus vitalbae, Heterocondylus lysimachioides, Heterocondylus alatus, Heterocondylus leptolepis, Heterocondylus caracaensis, Heterocondylus amphidyctius, Heterocondylus didymus, Heterocondylus amphidictyus, Heterocondylus macrocephalus, Heterocondylus decipiens, Heterocondylus jaraguensis, Heterocondylus inesiae, Heterocondylus pumilus, Heterocondylus itacolumiensis, Heterocondylus grandis,
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
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60445126-2: Based on the initial data import