Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
macrocephala
ID:
129970

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 233 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129299



Common Names

  • Neurolaena Macrocephala
  • Large-headed Wood-sorrel
  • Large-headed Lettuce


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Description

Neurolaena macrocephala (also called Large-headed Litter-plant, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It grows in grasslands, woodlands and rocky hillsides, and has yellow daisy-like flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Neurolaena macrocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neurolaena macrocephala is a small, white, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neurolaena macrocephala is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, but this can be difficult as the seeds need to be stratified before they will germinate.

Where to Find Neurolaena macrocephala

Neurolaena macrocephala is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Neurolaena macrocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neurolaena macrocephala?

Neurolaena macrocephala

What is the common name of Neurolaena macrocephala?

Large-headed Neurolaena

What is the natural habitat of Neurolaena macrocephala?

It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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-90238: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.