Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rotundifolium
ID:
132094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fenzl ex Harv.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 3: 169 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131423



Common Names

  • Round-leaved Schistostephium
  • Schistostephium Rotundifolium
  • Round-leaved Ragwort


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Description

Schistostephium rotundifolium (also called Round-leaved Cat's-ear, among many other common names) is an annual plant with small, rounded leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to South America, and is typically found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Schistostephium rotundifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schistostephium rotundifolium has small, yellow flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have round, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schistostephium rotundifolium is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot in the garden.

Where to Find Schistostephium rotundifolium

Schistostephium rotundifolium is native to the Mediterranean region.

Schistostephium rotundifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schistostephium rotundifolium?

Schistostephium rotundifolium

What is the common name of Schistostephium rotundifolium?

Round-leaved Stonecrop

What is the natural habitat of Schistostephium rotundifolium?

Rocky slopes and crevices

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-92294: Based on the initial data import
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' in the authors string.