Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
epaleaceus
ID:
126938

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 191 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126267



Common Names

  • Epaleaceus Otopappus
  • Epaleaceus Daisy
  • Epaleaceus Daisy-Bush


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Synonyms

  • Notoptera epaleaceus S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Otopappus epaleaceus epaleaceus [unknown]

Description

Otopappus epaleaceus (also called Pale Otopappus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a stem that can reach up to 1 m in height and its leaves are alternate, lanceolate and covered with hairs. Its flowers are yellow and have a diameter of 1 cm. It grows in sandy soils, grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Otopappus epaleaceus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used to help control erosion on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Otopappus epaleaceus has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, flat and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Otopappus epaleaceus is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and full sun. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Otopappus epaleaceus

Otopappus epaleaceus can be found in South America, growing in dry areas.

Otopappus epaleaceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Otopappus epaleaceus?

Otopappus epaleaceus

What is the common name of Otopappus epaleaceus?

Pale Otopappus

What is the natural habitat of Otopappus epaleaceus?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands 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-87307: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.