Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.M.Black) D.A.Cooke
Source:
gcc
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Flora of South Australia 3 1986
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113690
Common Names
- Many-flowered Myriocephalus
- Many-flowered Centaury
- Many-flowered Starwort
Synonyms
- Myriocephalus rhizocephalus pluriflorus J.M.Black [unknown]
Description
Myriocephalus pluriflorus (also called 'Many-flowered cudweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a woody stem and produces small white flowers. It grows in sunny areas and can be found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Myriocephalus pluriflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myriocephalus pluriflorus has yellow flowers with a single row of yellow petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black with a white tuft of hairs at one end. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow, pointed leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myriocephalus pluriflorus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming. Divide the clumps every two to three years to maintain vigor.
Where to Find Myriocephalus pluriflorus
Myriocephalus pluriflorus can be found in the mountains of Central and Eastern Europe.
Myriocephalus pluriflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myriocephalus pluriflorus?
Myriocephalus pluriflorus
What is the common name of Myriocephalus pluriflorus?
Many-flowered Myriocephalus
What type of plant is Myriocephalus pluriflorus?
Perennial
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,