Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocephala
ID:
124275

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 43: 42 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123604



Common Names

  • Pericome
  • Large-Headed Pericome
  • Large-Headed Aster


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Description

Pericome macrocephala (also called Large-headed Pericome, among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It typically grows in dry, rocky, and sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pericome macrocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pericome macrocephala is yellow in color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pericome macrocephala is a perennial herb that grows in dry and rocky habitats. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. It is best to keep the soil moist and provide some shade.

Where to Find Pericome macrocephala

Pericome macrocephala can be found in the western United States.

Pericome macrocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pericome macrocephala?

Pericome macrocephala

What is the common name of Pericome macrocephala?

Large-headed pericome

What type of plant is Pericome macrocephala?

Perennial herb

Species in the Pericome 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,

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