Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pleiocephalus
ID:
84145

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) J.Everett & Doust

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Telopea 5(1) 1992 [30 Sep 1992]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083474



Common Names

  • Pycnosorus pleiocephalus
  • Many-headed Pycnosorus
  • Many-headed Daisy


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Description

Pycnosorus pleiocephalus (also called Many-headed Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a short stem with small, white daisy-like flowers. It prefers moist, sandy soils and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnosorus pleiocephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pycnosorus pleiocephalus is yellow in color and has a tubular corolla. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, round-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnosorus pleiocephalus is a perennial herb native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. The plants should be spaced about 10 cm apart and grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Once established, the plants will require little maintenance and can be divided every few years to keep them healthy and vigorous.

Where to Find Pycnosorus pleiocephalus

Pycnosorus pleiocephalus can be found in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.

Pycnosorus pleiocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pycnosorus pleiocephalus?

Pycnosorus pleiocephalus

What is the common name of Pycnosorus pleiocephalus?

Many-headed Pycnosorus

What is the natural habitat of Pycnosorus pleiocephalus?

Pycnosorus pleiocephalus is native to South America, where it is found in dry forests and scrublands.

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-39955: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Joy Everett (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Everett' in the authors string.
Andrew N.L. Doust: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Doust' in the authors string.