Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
catharinensis
ID:
121704

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47: 226 (-227), fig. 1980

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121033



Common Names

  • Brazilian Daisy
  • Brazilian Fleabane
  • Catarina Daisy


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Description

Malmeanthus catharinensis (also called Santa Catarina Malmeanthus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers that bloom from October to December. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Malmeanthus catharinensis is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant in gardens, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malmeanthus catharinensis has yellow flowers with a white center and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malmeanthus catharinensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in a variety of climates, from temperate to subarctic. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring, and the seedlings should be thinned out to prevent overcrowding. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant can be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Malmeanthus catharinensis

Malmeanthus catharinensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, and Minas Gerais.

Malmeanthus catharinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malmeanthus catharinensis?

Malmeanthus catharinensis

What are the common names of Malmeanthus catharinensis?

Malmeanthus and Malmeanthus Catharinensis

What is the habitat of Malmeanthus catharinensis?

It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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-82266: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.