Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcephalus
ID:
5117

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 53: 232 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004446



Common Names

  • Otopappus microcephalus
  • Small-Headed Daisy
  • Dwarf Daisy


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Description

Otopappus microcephalus (also called Small-headed Everlasting, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in meadows, pastures, and on rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Otopappus microcephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Otopappus microcephalus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a waxy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Otopappus microcephalus is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring and the divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Otopappus microcephalus

Otopappus microcephalus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Otopappus microcephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Otopappus microcephalus?

Otopappus microcephalus

What type of plant is Otopappus microcephalus?

It is a flowering plant

Where is Otopappus microcephalus found?

It is found in South America

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-104279: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.