Myriocephalus biflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biflorus
ID:
32158
Status:
valid
Authors:
Paul G.Wilson
Source:
gcc
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 14(3): 439 (2002) (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000031487
Common Names
- Two-flowered Myriocephalus
- Two-flowered Myriocarpus
- Myriocephalus biflorus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myriocephalus biflorus (also called Two-flowered Myriocephalus, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and yellow flower heads that are arranged in a flat-topped inflorescence. It is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Myriocephalus biflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myriocephalus biflorus has small, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are followed by small, brown, spiny seed heads. The seedlings are small, green, and have a rosette-like shape.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myriocephalus biflorus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly. It can be divided in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Myriocephalus biflorus
Myriocephalus biflorus can be found in the eastern Mediterranean region.
Myriocephalus biflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myriocephalus biflorus?
Myriocephalus biflorus
What is the common name of Myriocephalus biflorus?
Two-flowered Myriocephalus
What is the natural habitat of Myriocephalus biflorus?
Myriocephalus biflorus is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Myriocephalus genus
Myriocephalus appendiculatus, Myriocephalus biflorus, Myriocephalus scalpellus, Myriocephalus squamatus, Myriocephalus pygmaea, Myriocephalus walcottii, Myriocephalus helichrysoides, Myriocephalus rudallii, Myriocephalus occidentalis, Myriocephalus oldfieldii, Myriocephalus pluriflorus, Myriocephalus nudus, Myriocephalus rhizocephalus, Myriocephalus gascoynensis, Myriocephalus guerinae,
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-130446: Based on the initial data import
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.