Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
befarioides
ID:
87048

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 29: 49 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086377



Common Names

  • Monticalia
  • Befarioides Monticalia
  • Alpine Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Pentacalia befarioides (Cuatrec.) Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Senecio befarioides Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Monticalia befarioides (also called 'Tall Mountain Daisy', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in dry, rocky areas, such as mountain meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Monticalia befarioides is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its ability to attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monticalia befarioides is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monticalia befarioides is a tropical plant that is native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of bright indirect sunlight. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every few weeks during the growing season to promote healthy growth.

Where to Find Monticalia befarioides

Monticalia befarioides is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in moist, shady habitats.

Monticalia befarioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monticalia befarioides?

Monticalia befarioides

What is the common name of Monticalia befarioides?

Befarioides Monticalia

What is the natural habitat of Monticalia befarioides?

It is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Monticalia genus

Monticalia elatoides, Monticalia harrietae, Monticalia verticillata, Monticalia vernicifolia, Monticalia pulchella, Monticalia ramentosa, Monticalia masonhalei, Monticalia flosfragrans, Monticalia viridialba, Monticalia firmipes, Monticalia stuebelii, Monticalia trichopus, Monticalia arbutifolia, Monticalia micropachyphylla, Monticalia magnicalyculata, Monticalia schultzei, Monticalia vernicosa, Monticalia abietina, Monticalia nigrostagnosa, Monticalia reissiana, Monticalia perijaensis, Monticalia rigidifolia, Monticalia andicola, Monticalia pachypus, Monticalia imbricatifolia, Monticalia quiroana, Monticalia hammenii, Monticalia guadalupe, Monticalia cachacoensis, Monticalia carupana, Monticalia ledifolia, Monticalia cleefii, Monticalia verticillata, Monticalia libertatis, Monticalia tunamensis, Monticalia polymera, Monticalia albiramea, Monticalia gelida, Monticalia peruviana, Monticalia teretifolia, Monticalia guicanensis, Monticalia apiculata, Monticalia angustifolia, Monticalia romeroana, Monticalia empetroides, Monticalia taironae, Monticalia vaccinioides, Monticalia summapacis, Monticalia novolanata, Monticalia juajibioyi,

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

José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:992429-1: Based on the initial data import