Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocephala
ID:
27392

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lander & R.Barry

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 3(2): 234 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026721



Common Names

  • Minuria
  • Macrocephala
  • Minuria Macrocephala


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Description

Minuria macrocephala (also called Large-headed Minuria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has large, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in rocky, open areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Minuria macrocephala is a perennial herb that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions, and its leaves can be used as a flavoring agent in cooking.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Minuria macrocephala has white flowers with a yellow center of disc florets and a single row of white ray florets. The seeds are small, black, and oblong-shaped with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Minuria macrocephala is an evergreen, low-growing perennial with a mat-forming habit. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in a moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed sown in spring or by division of established plants in early spring.

Where to Find Minuria macrocephala

Minuria macrocephala is native to South America, where it can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Minuria macrocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Minuria macrocephala?

Minuria macrocephala

What is the common name of Minuria macrocephala?

Large-headed Minuria

Where is Minuria macrocephala native to?

South America

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-125825: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Lander (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lander' in the authors string.
Rhonda Barry: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Barry' in the authors string.