Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Kost.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea, Bot. 24: 611 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000090185
Common Names
- Cabrera's Myriactis
- Myriactis Cabrerae
- Cabrera's
Description
Myriactis cabrerae (also called Cabrera's Myriactis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Cerrado region of Brazil. It has a simple stem, with opposite leaves and small white flowers. It is found in open grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Myriactis cabrerae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used to make herbal teas that are believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myriactis cabrerae has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myriactis cabrerae is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep them moist until germination. Once the seedlings are established, they should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Myriactis cabrerae
Myriactis cabrerae can be found in dry grasslands and rocky areas in the Canary Islands.
Myriactis cabrerae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myriactis cabrerae?
Myriactis cabrerae
What is the common name of Myriactis cabrerae?
Cabrera's Daisy
What is the natural habitat of Myriactis cabrerae?
Tropical and subtropical grasslands, savannas, and shrublands
Species in the Myriactis genus
Myriactis japonensis,
Myriactis wallichii,
Myriactis wightii,
Myriactis westonii,
Myriactis minuscula,
Myriactis delavayi,
Myriactis nepalensis,
Myriactis assamensis,
Myriactis rupestris,
Myriactis humilis,
Myriactis sakirana,
Myriactis cabrerae,
Myriactis panamensis,
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,