Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
microcephala
ID:
40255

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.L.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Guihaia 5(4): 339 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039584



Common Names

  • Microcephal Heteroplexis
  • Microcephal Heteroplexis
  • Microcephal Heteroplexis


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Description

Heteroplexis microcephala (also called Small-headed Heteroplexis, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Caribbean. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas, such as in deserts and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Heteroplexis microcephala is used for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Heteroplexis microcephala are small, yellow-green in color, and have four petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are pale green and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heteroplexis microcephala is a shrub native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Heteroplexis microcephala

Heteroplexis microcephala can be found in tropical Africa, including in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Heteroplexis microcephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heteroplexis microcephala?

Heteroplexis microcephala

What is the common name of Heteroplexis microcephala?

Small-headed tarbush

What is the natural habitat of Heteroplexis microcephala?

It is found in the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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