Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
eupatorioides
ID:
135267

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fenzl) Kuntze

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 3[3]: 170 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134596



Common Names

  • Schistocarpha Eupatorioides
  • Eupatorioides Schistocarpha
  • Eupatorioides False Boneset


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Synonyms

  • Neilreichia eupatorioides Fenzl [unknown]
  • Zycona oppositifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Neurolaena indenii Sch.Bip. ex A.Gray [unknown]
  • Schistocarpha oppositifolia (Kuntze) Rydb. [unknown]
  • Schistocarpha margaritensis Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Schistocarpha hoffmannii Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Schistocarpha eupatorioides (also called Eupator's Schistocarpha, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has small white flowers and grows in moist, sunny habitats such as meadows and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Schistocarpha eupatorioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schistocarpha eupatorioides is a small yellow flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schistocarpha eupatorioides is a perennial herb native to South America. It is most commonly propagated through division or cuttings. To propagate through division, the plant should be dug up and divided into smaller clumps. Each clump should be replanted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. To propagate through cuttings, stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, actively growing plants. The cuttings should be about 4–6 inches long and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist but not wet, and should be monitored for signs of rooting. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger pots or into the garden.

Where to Find Schistocarpha eupatorioides

Schistocarpha eupatorioides is native to South America and can be found in moist meadows and grasslands.

Schistocarpha eupatorioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schistocarpha eupatorioides?

Schistocarpha eupatorioides

What type of plant is Schistocarpha eupatorioides?

Herb

Where is Schistocarpha eupatorioides native to?

North America

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-9538: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' in the authors string.