Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
microcephalum
ID:
9238

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dalzell) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 112(1): 235 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008567



Common Names

  • Phyllocephalum microcephalum
  • Small-headed Phyllocephalum
  • Small-headed Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Decaneurum microcephalum Dalzell [unknown]
  • Lamprachaenium microcephalum Benth. [unknown]

Description

Phyllocephalum microcephalum (also called Microcephalum Phyllocephalum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and meadows. It has yellow flowers with five petals and narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllocephalum microcephalum 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

The flower of Phyllocephalum microcephalum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllocephalum microcephalum is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Phyllocephalum microcephalum

Phyllocephalum microcephalum can be found in South Africa.

Phyllocephalum microcephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllocephalum microcephalum?

Phyllocephalum microcephalum

What is the common name of Phyllocephalum microcephalum?

Microcephalum Phyllocephalum

What is the growth habit of Phyllocephalum microcephalum?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate habit

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-108295: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Nicol Alexander Dalzell (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalzell' in the authors string.