Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
imatongensis
ID:
8224

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Philipson) Dittrich

Source:
gcc

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 103(4): 477 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007553



Common Names

  • Ochrocephala Imatongensis
  • Imatongensis Ochrocephala
  • Imatongensis Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Stemmacantha imatongensis (Philipson) Soldano [unknown]
  • Centaurea imatongensis Philipson [unknown]
  • Rhaponticum imatongense (Philipson) Soják [unknown]
  • Pleiotaxis buscalioni Chiov. [unknown]
  • Leuzea imatongensis (Philipson) Holub [unknown]

Description

Ochrocephala imatongensis (also called Imatong Ochrocephala, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to East Africa. It grows in moist woods and along roadsides. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with multiple rows of petals.

Uses & Benefits

Ochrocephala imatongensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ochrocephala imatongensis has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a head-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ochrocephala imatongensis is a perennial herb that is native to the tropical rainforest of Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is best grown in a sheltered position, as it is susceptible to frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ochrocephala imatongensis

Ochrocephala imatongensis is endemic to South Sudan, where it can be found in the Imatong Mountains.

Ochrocephala imatongensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ochrocephala imatongensis?

Ochrocephala imatongensis

What type of plant is Ochrocephala imatongensis?

It is a shrub

Where is Ochrocephala imatongensis found?

It is found in South Sudan

Species in the Ochrocephala genus

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-1073: Based on the initial data import
Manfred Dittrich (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dittrich' in the authors string.
William Philipson (1911-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Philipson' in the authors string.