Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
59407

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattf.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 13: 289 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058736



Common Names

  • Bigleaf Hystrichophora
  • Bigleaf Wormseed
  • Giant Wormseed


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Description

Hystrichophora macrophylla (also called Cudweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, white flowers and is usually found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Hystrichophora macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments including fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hystrichophora macrophylla has small, yellow flowers with white petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hystrichophora macrophylla is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or from stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Hystrichophora macrophylla

Hystrichophora macrophylla is native to South America and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Hystrichophora macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hystrichophora macrophylla?

Hystrichophora macrophylla

What is the common name of Hystrichophora macrophylla?

Large-leaved Hystrichophora

What is the habitat of Hystrichophora macrophylla?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as deserts, grasslands, and scrublands.

Species in the Hystrichophora genus

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-15840: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.