Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gagnep.) Bunwong & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 122(3): 361 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055180
Common Names
- Eberhardt's Iodocephalopsis
- Eberhardt Iodocephalopsis
- Eberhardt's Hawkweed
Synonyms
- Camchaya eberhardtii (Gagnep.) Kitam. [unknown]
- Iodocephalus eberhardtii (Gagnep.) S.Bunwong & H.Rob. [unknown]
- Iodocephalus eberhardtii Gagnep. [unknown]
- Iodocephalus glandulosus Kerr [unknown]
Description
Iodocephalopsis eberhardtii (also called Eberhardt's Iodocephalopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It is characterized by its white flowers, hairy stems and leaves and its small, yellowish-green fruits. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Iodocephalopsis eberhardtii is a medicinal plant that is used to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Iodocephalopsis eberhardtii has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Iodocephalopsis eberhardtii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Iodocephalopsis eberhardtii
Iodocephalopsis eberhardtii can be found in the southern United States and northern Mexico.
Iodocephalopsis eberhardtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iodocephalopsis eberhardtii?
Iodocephalopsis eberhardtii
What is the common name of Iodocephalopsis eberhardtii?
Eberhardt's Iodocephalopsis
What is the family of Iodocephalopsis eberhardtii?
Asteraceae
Species in the Iodocephalopsis 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
Sukhonthip Bunwong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunwong' in the authors string.