Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oligocephala
ID:
78877

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 136 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078206



Common Names

  • Cotton Daisy
  • Cotton-Leaf Daisy
  • Mexican Daisy


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Description

Marasmodes oligocephala (also called Small-headed Marasmodes, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a hairy stem and grows up to 1 meter tall. It has yellow flowers and grows in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Marasmodes oligocephala has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Marasmodes oligocephala is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are short, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marasmodes oligocephala is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to fertilize it every 2-3 months.

Where to Find Marasmodes oligocephala

Marasmodes oligocephala is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, Paraná, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo.

Marasmodes oligocephala FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Marasmodes oligocephala?

Marasmodes oligocephala is native to South America.

What is the growth habit of Marasmodes oligocephala?

Marasmodes oligocephala is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2 m tall.

What is the flower color of Marasmodes oligocephala?

The flowers of Marasmodes oligocephala are yellow in color.

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