Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
xanthocephalus
ID:
36937

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey. ex Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 610 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036266



Common Names

  • Yellow-headed Daisy
  • Xanthocephalus Daisy
  • Psephellus Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea xanthocephala xanthocephala [unknown]

Description

Psephellus xanthocephalus (also called yellow-headed daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Psephellus xanthocephalus has been used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psephellus xanthocephalus sub. xanthocephalus
Psephellus xanthocephalus sub. xanthocephaloides (Tzvelev) Greuter

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psephellus xanthocephalus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psephellus xanthocephalus is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in a seed tray filled with moist, well-draining soil and keep the tray in a warm, sunny spot. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the pot in a warm, sunny spot and water regularly.

Where to Find Psephellus xanthocephalus

Psephellus xanthocephalus is native to the Mediterranean region.

Psephellus xanthocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psephellus xanthocephalus?

Psephellus xanthocephalus

What is the common name of Psephellus xanthocephalus?

Yellowhead Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Psephellus xanthocephalus?

Dry, rocky slopes and meadows

Species in the Psephellus genus

Psephellus pergamaceus, Psephellus alexeenkoi, Psephellus integrifolius, Psephellus debedicus, Psephellus bellus, Psephellus simplicicaulis, Psephellus maleevii, Psephellus congestus, Psephellus daghestanicus, Psephellus holtzii, Psephellus pulcherrimus, Psephellus aucherianus, Psephellus galactochroa, Psephellus brevifimbriatus, Psephellus marschallianus, Psephellus bornmuelleri, Psephellus iljinii, Psephellus dittrichii, Psephellus popovae, Psephellus somcheticus, Psephellus araxinus, Psephellus kemulariae, Psephellus xeranthemoides, Psephellus woronowii, Psephellus straminicephalus, Psephellus schischkinii, Psephellus kobstanicus, Psephellus transcaucasicus, Psephellus yildizii, Psephellus goeksunensis, Psephellus xanthocephalus, Psephellus pambakensis, Psephellus schistosus, Psephellus freynii, Psephellus leuzeoides, Psephellus circassicus, Psephellus kopet-daghensis, Psephellus gamidii, Psephellus phaeopappoides, Psephellus boissieri, Psephellus trinervius, Psephellus czerepanovii, Psephellus barbeyi, Psephellus manakyanii, Psephellus carbonatus, Psephellus fajvuschii, Psephellus arpensis, Psephellus ciscaucasicus, Psephellus annae, Psephellus paucilobus,

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-135070: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.