Schistocarpha bicolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bicolor
ID:
138776
Status:
valid
Authors:
Less.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 6: 409 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138105
Common Names
- Schistocarpha Bicolor
- Schistocarpha
- Bicolor
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- Schistocarpha velutina Rydb. [unknown]
Description
Schistocarpha bicolor (also called Two-colored Schistocarpha, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It grows up to 0.5 m tall and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands and meadows and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Schistocarpha bicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schistocarpha bicolor is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and dark green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schistocarpha bicolor is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.
Where to Find Schistocarpha bicolor
Schistocarpha bicolor is native to South America and can be found in areas with high humidity and temperatures. It is commonly found in wetland areas, such as marshes, swamps, and bogs.
Schistocarpha bicolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schistocarpha bicolor?
Schistocarpha bicolor
What is the common name of Schistocarpha bicolor?
Two-colored Schistocarpha
What is the habitat of Schistocarpha bicolor?
Dry, sandy soils
Species in the Schistocarpha genus
Schistocarpha platyphylla, Schistocarpha sinforosi, Schistocarpha paniculata, Schistocarpha pedicellata, Schistocarpha hondurensis, Schistocarpha matudae, Schistocarpha pseudoseleri, Schistocarpha longiligula, Schistocarpha liebmannii, Schistocarpha croatii, Schistocarpha paniculata, Schistocarpha matudae, Schistocarpha eupatorioides, Schistocarpha bicolor,
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-98762: Based on the initial data import
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.