Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
polyclada
ID:
1325415

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Akhani, N.Kilian & Sennikov

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
PLoS ONE 8(12): e82692 (17) (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337869



Common Names

  • Melanoseris polyclada
  • Many-Branching Melanoseris
  • Many-Branching-Melanoseris


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Description

Melanoseris polyclada (also called Many-branched Melanoseris, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to China. It is an erect plant, reaching up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are small and yellow. It is found in dry, rocky soils and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Melanoseris polyclada is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Melanoseris polyclada has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are green and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melanoseris polyclada is a terrestrial aroid native to the cloud forests of Peru. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich, medium-grade potting mix. It should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Melanoseris polyclada

Melanoseris polyclada can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Melanoseris polyclada FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melanoseris polyclada?

Melanoseris polyclada

What type of plant is Melanoseris polyclada?

It is a flowering plant.

Where is Melanoseris polyclada native to?

It is native to India.

Species in the Melanoseris genus

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Aleksandr Sénnikov (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sennikov' in the authors string.
Norbert Kilian (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Kilian' in the authors string.
Hossein Akhani (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Akhani' in the authors string.