Marasmodes polycephala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polycephala
ID:
130584
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 136 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129913
Common Names
- Marasmodes polycephala
- Polycephala Marasmodes
- Polycephala
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Marasmodes polycephala (also called Many-headed marasmodes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to South Africa. It is a small herb that grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Marasmodes polycephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Marasmodes polycephala has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Marasmodes polycephala is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division or by seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil and keep them moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Marasmodes polycephala
Marasmodes polycephala is native to Central America and can be found in the wild in Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Guatemala.
Marasmodes polycephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Marasmodes polycephala?
Marasmodes polycephala
What is the optimal temperature for Marasmodes polycephala?
The optimal temperature for Marasmodes polycephala is between 65-75°F
What is the optimal soil pH for Marasmodes polycephala?
The optimal soil pH for Marasmodes polycephala is between 6.0-7.5
Species in the Marasmodes genus
Marasmodes dummeri, Marasmodes oligocephala, Marasmodes polycephala, Marasmodes undulata, Marasmodes polycephalus, Marasmodes trifida, Marasmodes beyersiana, Marasmodes spinosa, Marasmodes reflexa, Marasmodes fasciculata, Marasmodes oubinae, Marasmodes macrocephala, Marasmodes defoliata, Marasmodes schlechteri,
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-90830: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.