Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Sida 16: 731-733, fig (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009513
Common Names
- Ichthyothere macdanielii
- MacDaniel's Fishbone
- MacDaniel's Fishbone-flower
Description
Ichthyothere macdanielii (also called MacDaniel's Fishhook, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ichthyothere macdanielii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural remedy for digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ichthyothere macdanielii is a yellow-orange disc flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened achene. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves with lobed edges.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ichthyothere macdanielii is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 1m in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Ichthyothere macdanielii
Ichthyothere macdanielii is native to Mexico and can be found in the dry, rocky hillsides of the Mexican states of Oaxaca and Guerrero.
Ichthyothere macdanielii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ichthyothere macdanielii?
Ichthyothere macdanielii
What is the common name of Ichthyothere macdanielii?
MacDaniel's Fish-scale
Where is Ichthyothere macdanielii found?
Ichthyothere macdanielii is found in Mexico and Central America.
Species in the Ichthyothere genus
Ichthyothere latifolia,
Ichthyothere perfoliata,
Ichthyothere macdanielii,
Ichthyothere hirsuta,
Ichthyothere petiolata,
Ichthyothere mollis,
Ichthyothere scandens,
Ichthyothere integrifolia,
Ichthyothere grandifolia,
Ichthyothere connata,
Ichthyothere terminalis,
Ichthyothere linearis,
Ichthyothere rufa,
Ichthyothere suffruticosa,
Ichthyothere palustris,
Ichthyothere garcia-barrigae,
Ichthyothere granvillei,
Ichthyothere elliptica,
Ichthyothere peruviana,
Ichthyothere cordata,
Ichthyothere davidsei,
Ichthyothere cunabi,
Ichthyothere matogrossensis,
Ichthyothere ternifolia,
Ichthyothere pastazensis,
Ichthyothere woodii,
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,