Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcephala
ID:
23121

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 39: 144 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022450



Common Names

  • Isocarpha microcephala
  • Isocarpha
  • Microcephala


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Synonyms

  • Isocarpha divaricata Benth. [unknown]
  • Dunantia microcephala DC. [unknown]
  • Isocarpha blepharolepis Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Isocarpha microcephala (also called Small-headed Isocarpha, among many other common names) is an annual plant with yellow flowers and linear leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Isocarpha microcephala is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Isocarpha microcephala is yellow, with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Isocarpha microcephala is a perennial herb that grows to a height of 0.3-0.6m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Isocarpha microcephala

Isocarpha microcephala is native to Europe and can be found in dry grasslands, stony slopes, and roadsides.

Isocarpha microcephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isocarpha microcephala?

Isocarpha microcephala

What is the common name of Isocarpha microcephala?

Small-Headed Isocarpha

What is the natural habitat of Isocarpha microcephala?

Isocarpha microcephala is native to South Africa.

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-12170: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.