Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
callocephala
ID:
67259

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cordem.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Fl. Réunion (1895) 523

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066588



Common Names

  • Psiadia callocephala
  • Callocephala Daisy
  • African Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Conyza calocephala Bory [unknown]
  • Dimorphanthes bidentata Cass. [unknown]
  • Conyza bidentata Steud. [unknown]

Description

Psiadia callocephala (also called 'White-top Aster', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It grows up to 1 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Psiadia callocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psiadia callocephala has small yellow flowers and its seeds are small and dark brown. Its seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psiadia callocephala is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky soils in the southwestern United States. It prefers full sun and can tolerate drought. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in early spring or late fall.

Where to Find Psiadia callocephala

Psiadia callocephala is native to Mexico and can be found in the temperate regions of the country.

Psiadia callocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psiadia callocephala?

Psiadia callocephala

What is the natural habitat of Psiadia callocephala?

Psiadia callocephala is native to tropical Africa.

What is the growth habit of Psiadia callocephala?

Psiadia callocephala is an annual herb that grows up to 1.5 meters in height.

Species in the Psiadia genus

Psiadia anchusifolia, Psiadia boivinii, Psiadia lucida, Psiadia hispida, Psiadia nigrescens, Psiadia terebinthina, Psiadia minor, Psiadia tardieuana, Psiadia dracaenifolia, Psiadia vernicosa, Psiadia marojejyensis, Psiadia schweinfurthii, Psiadia penninervia, Psiadia laurifolia, Psiadia serrata, Psiadia altissima, Psiadia arguta, Psiadia rivalsii, Psiadia grandidentata, Psiadia mauritiana, Psiadia tsaratananensis, Psiadia depauperata, Psiadia rodriguesiana, Psiadia ceylanica, Psiadia argentea, Psiadia pseudonigrescens, Psiadia salaziana, Psiadia pollicina, Psiadia punctulata, Psiadia alticola, Psiadia tanala, Psiadia amygdalina, Psiadia pascalii, Psiadia mollissima, Psiadia quartziticola, Psiadia agathaeoides, Psiadia callocephala, Psiadia sericea, Psiadia godotiana, Psiadia vestita, Psiadia cacuminum, Psiadia angustifolia, Psiadia decaryi, Psiadia dentata, Psiadia montana, Psiadia altissima, Psiadia dimorpha, Psiadia insignis, Psiadia viscosa, Psiadia melastomatoides,

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