Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cuspidata
ID:
3714

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pursh) Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Jahresber. Pollichia 22-24: 309 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003043



Common Names

  • Microseris cuspidata
  • Cuspidata Microseris
  • Microseris


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Synonyms

  • Agoseris cuspidata Steud. [unknown]
  • Agoseris cuspidata (Pursh) Raf. [unknown]
  • Tragopogon cuspidatus Steud. [unknown]
  • Troximon cuspidatum Pursh [unknown]
  • Nothocalais cuspidata Greene [unknown]
  • Troximon marginatum Nutt. [unknown]

Description

Microseris cuspidata (also called Cuspidata Microseris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central and Southern California. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Microseris cuspidata is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microseris cuspidata has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microseris cuspidata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Microseris cuspidata

Microseris cuspidata can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Microseris cuspidata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microseris cuspidata?

Microseris cuspidata

What is the family of Microseris cuspidata?

Asteraceae

Where is Microseris cuspidata found?

It is found in Chile.

What is the habitat of Microseris cuspidata?

It grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

What is the flowering period of Microseris cuspidata?

It flowers from October to December.

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

Frederick Traugott Pursh (1774-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pursh' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:232621-1: Based on the initial data import