Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paucicapitatum
ID:
46797

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob. & Greenm.) H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 262 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046126



Common Names

  • Psacalium Paucicapitatum
  • Few-Headed Psacalium
  • Few-Headed Hawkweed


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Synonyms

  • Odontotrichum paucicapitatum Rydb. [unknown]
  • Cacalia paucicapitata B.L.Rob. & Greenm. [unknown]

Description

Psacalium paucicapitatum (also called Few-Headed Psacalium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and deeply-lobed leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and it can be found in grasslands, meadows and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psacalium paucicapitatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psacalium paucicapitatum has white flowers with yellow centres and a few purple spots. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psacalium paucicapitatum is a perennial herb that is native to the Caucasus Mountains. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 21°C. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. They should be kept at a temperature of around 21°C and kept in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Psacalium paucicapitatum

Psacalium paucicapitatum can be found in the high elevations of the Andes Mountains in South America.

Psacalium paucicapitatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psacalium paucicapitatum?

Psacalium paucicapitatum

What is the common name of Psacalium paucicapitatum?

Few-headed Psacalium

What is the natural habitat of Psacalium paucicapitatum?

Psacalium paucicapitatum is native to the Canary Islands.

Species in the Psacalium genus

Psacalium napellifolium, Psacalium pachyphyllum, Psacalium peltatum, Psacalium pringlei, Psacalium tussilaginoides, Psacalium sharpii, Psacalium pentaflorum, Psacalium cronquistiorum, Psacalium filicifolium, Psacalium globosum, Psacalium matudae, Psacalium hintoniorum, Psacalium goldsmithii, Psacalium beamanii, Psacalium argutum, Psacalium guatemalense, Psacalium amplum, Psacalium nephrophyllum, Psacalium cervinum, Psacalium amplifolium, Psacalium cirsiifolium, Psacalium holwayanum, Psacalium schillingii, Psacalium paucicapitatum, Psacalium laxiflorum, Psacalium guerreroanum, Psacalium megaphyllum, Psacalium hintonii, Psacalium multilobum, Psacalium purpusii, Psacalium sinuatum, Psacalium silphiifolium, Psacalium calvum, Psacalium radulifolium, Psacalium nelsonii, Psacalium decompositum, Psacalium obtusilobum, Psacalium brachycomum, Psacalium peltigerum, Psacalium quercifolium, Psacalium poculiferum, Psacalium mollifolium, Psacalium tabulare, Psacalium palmeri, Psacalium platylepis, Psacalium perezii, Psacalium pinetorum, Psacalium eriocarpum, Psacalium nanum, Psacalium putlanum,

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-144605: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.