Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
radicale
ID:
19598

Status:
valid

Authors:
Killick & Claassen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Bothalia x. 68 (1969).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018927



Common Names

  • Radical Schistostephium
  • Schistostephium Radicale
  • Radical Schistostephium


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Synonyms

  • Cotula radicalis (Killick & Claassen) Hilliard & B.L.Burtt [unknown]

Description

Schistostephium radicale (also called Radial Schistostephium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the United States. It is found in dry, sandy soils such as roadsides and disturbed areas. It has small, yellow flowers and deeply-lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Schistostephium radicale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schistostephium radicale is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schistostephium radicale is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and place the tray in a warm, sunny location. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks. To propagate by cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in a warm, sunny location. The cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Schistostephium radicale

Schistostephium radicale is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Schistostephium radicale FAQ

What is the common name of Schistostephium radicale?

Radical Schistostephium

What is the scientific name of Schistostephium radicale?

Schistostephium radicale

What is the natural habitat of Schistostephium radicale?

Schistostephium radicale is found in dry, rocky areas of the southwestern United States.

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

Donald Joseph Boomer Killick (1926-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killick' in the authors string.
M.Isabella Claassen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Claassen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:242867-1: Based on the initial data import