Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pseudoseleri
ID:
89802

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot. n.° 42: 16 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089131



Common Names

  • Pseudo-Scleranthus
  • False Scleranthus
  • False Knawel


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Description

Schistocarpha pseudoseleri (also called False Sclerocarpa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America and grows in meadows and grasslands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Schistocarpha pseudoseleri has been used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schistocarpha pseudoseleri has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schistocarpha pseudoseleri is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Schistocarpha pseudoseleri

Schistocarpha pseudoseleri is found in the dry forests of Mexico and Guatemala.

Schistocarpha pseudoseleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schistocarpha pseudoseleri?

Schistocarpha pseudoseleri

What is the common name of Schistocarpha pseudoseleri?

False Seler's Schistocarpha

Where is Schistocarpha pseudoseleri native to?

Mexico

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,