Melampodium linearilobium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearilobium
ID:
24561
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 518 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023890
Common Names
- Linear-lobed Melampodium
- Linearilobium Melampodium
- Melampodium Linearilobium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Melampodium linearilobium (also called Linear-lobed Melampodium, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, linear leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Melampodium linearilobium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Melampodium linearilobium is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Melampodium linearilobium is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Melampodium linearilobium
Melampodium linearilobium is a species of flowering plant found in the tropical forests of South America.
Melampodium linearilobium FAQ
What are the common names for Melampodium linearilobium?
The common names for Melampodium linearilobium are Yellow Melampodium and Yellow Daisy.
What is the optimal temperature range for Melampodium linearilobium?
The optimal temperature range for Melampodium linearilobium is between 65-85°F.
What type of soil should be used for Melampodium linearilobium?
Melampodium linearilobium should be planted in well-draining soil that is slightly acidic.
Species in the Melampodium genus
Melampodium longipilum, Melampodium longicorne, Melampodium rosei, Melampodium microcephalum, Melampodium gracile, Melampodium northingtonii, Melampodium glabrum, Melampodium longifolium, Melampodium nutans, Melampodium cornutum, Melampodium longifolium, Melampodium linearilobium, Melampodium leucanthum, Melampodium divaricatum, Melampodium americanum, Melampodium tenellum, Melampodium repens, Melampodium costaricense, Melampodium strigosum, Melampodium glabribracteatum, Melampodium pringlei, Melampodium percussum, Melampodium argophyllum, Melampodium sinuatum, Melampodium aureum, Melampodium tepicense, Melampodium paniculatum, Melampodium montanum, Melampodium mimulifolium, Melampodium appendiculatum, Melampodium nayaritense, Melampodium cinerascens, Melampodium parvulum, Melampodium perfoliatum, Melampodium arenicola, Melampodium dicoelocarpum, Melampodium cupulatum, Melampodium sericeum, Melampodium cinereum, Melampodium mayfieldii, Melampodium sinaloense, Melampodium bibracteatum, Melampodium moctezumum, Melampodium elottianum,
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-12308: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.