Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
intermedius
ID:
23988

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hutch.) Källersjö

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 96(4): 313 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023317



Common Names

  • Intermediate Oncosiphon
  • Intermediate Oncosiphum
  • Intermediate Oncosiphium


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Synonyms

  • Matricaria intermedia (Hutch.) Ooststr. & Reichg. [unknown]
  • Pentzia intermedia Hutch. [unknown]

Description

Oncosiphon intermedius (also called Intermediate Oncosiphon, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in grasslands and open woodlands. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Oncosiphon intermedius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flowerbeds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oncosiphon intermedius has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. It has a single seed per flowerhead that is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncosiphon intermedius is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and North Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.

Where to Find Oncosiphon intermedius

Oncosiphon intermedius is native to South Africa. It can be found growing in rocky areas, meadows, and grasslands.

Oncosiphon intermedius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oncosiphon intermedius?

Oncosiphon intermedius

What type of plant is Oncosiphon intermedius?

It is an annual herb

Where is Oncosiphon intermedius found?

It is found in South Africa

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-122533: Based on the initial data import
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.