Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
subglobosa
ID:
86556

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Krasch.) Pobed.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 21: 358 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085885



Common Names

  • Microcephala
  • Dwarf Thistle
  • Small-Head Thistle


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Synonyms

  • Matricaria subglobosa Krasch. [unknown]

Description

Microcephala subglobosa (also called 'Tiny Globe Daisy', among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to South America. It has a rosette of small, deeply lobed leaves and small white flower heads. It grows in dry, rocky areas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Microcephala subglobosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microcephala subglobosa has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microcephala subglobosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.

Where to Find Microcephala subglobosa

Microcephala subglobosa is native to South America and is found in wet, tropical forests. It is also found in some parts of Central and South America.

Microcephala subglobosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microcephala subglobosa?

Microcephala subglobosa

What is the common name of Microcephala subglobosa?

Subglobose microcephala

What is the habitat of Microcephala subglobosa?

Grassy slopes 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-42279: Based on the initial data import
Hippolit Mikhailovich Krascheninnikov (1884-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krasch.' in the authors string.
Yevgenia Pobedimova (1898-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pobed.' in the authors string.