Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
macrocephalum
ID:
68332

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 25: 251 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067661



Common Names

  • Noticastrum macrocephalum
  • Large-headed Mustard
  • Large-headed Noticastrum


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Synonyms

  • Aster macrocephalus macrocephalus [unknown]
  • Leucopsis macrocephala Baker [unknown]
  • Aster macrocephalus pseudognaphalioides Hassl. [unknown]
  • Aster macrocephalus Hassl. [unknown]

Description

Noticastrum macrocephalum (also called Bighead Noticastrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Chihuahuan Desert and the Sonoran Desert in the southwestern United States and Mexico. It grows in sandy soils, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Noticastrum macrocephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Noticastrum macrocephalum is yellow and tubular. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are short and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Noticastrum macrocephalum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Central Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Noticastrum macrocephalum

Noticastrum macrocephalum can be found in the mountains of Mexico.

Noticastrum macrocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Noticastrum macrocephalum?

Noticastrum macrocephalum

Where does Noticastrum macrocephalum grow?

It grows in South America, particularly in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

What type of soil does Noticastrum macrocephalum prefer?

It prefers sandy or clay soils that are well-drained.

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-2453: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.