Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
macrocephalum
ID:
131180

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greenm.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 39: 108 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130509



Common Names

  • Largeflower Perymenium
  • Large-flowered Perymenium
  • Large-headed Perymenium


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Description

Perymenium macrocephalum (also called Perymenium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and bright yellow flowers. It grows in sunny, dry habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Perymenium macrocephalum is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of nectar for pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Perymenium macrocephalum is a yellow-green color with a tubular shape. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perymenium macrocephalum is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Perymenium macrocephalum

Perymenium macrocephalum is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico and Central America.

Perymenium macrocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perymenium macrocephalum?

Perymenium macrocephalum

What is the natural habitat of Perymenium macrocephalum?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What are the uses of Perymenium macrocephalum?

It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks

Species in the Perymenium genus

Perymenium stenophyllum, Perymenium jalapanum, Perymenium gracile, Perymenium tamaulipense, Perymenium basaseachicanum, Perymenium paneroi, Perymenium alticola, Perymenium nicaraguense, Perymenium hintonii, Perymenium mendezii, Perymenium oxycarphum, Perymenium glandulosum, Perymenium asperifolium, Perymenium wilburorum, Perymenium huentitanum, Perymenium gymnolomoides, Perymenium uxoris, Perymenium oaxacanum, Perymenium sedasanum, Perymenium colombianum, Perymenium bishopii, Perymenium jelskii, Perymenium celendianum, Perymenium subsquarrosum, Perymenium chloroleucum, Perymenium rude, Perymenium fayi, Perymenium cualense, Perymenium jaliscense, Perymenium harlingii, Perymenium episcopale, Perymenium discolor, Perymenium featherstonei, Perymenium grande, Perymenium pinetorum, Perymenium gypsophilum, Perymenium buphthalmoides, Perymenium reticulatum, Perymenium huascaranum, Perymenium ghiesbreghtii, Perymenium beckeri, Perymenium pringlei, Perymenium berlandieri, Perymenium sonoranum, Perymenium tehuacanum, Perymenium klattianum, Perymenium ovatum, Perymenium globosum, Perymenium hintoniorum, Perymenium yanezii,

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-91407: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.