Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocephala
ID:
62547

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Rob. & Brettell) C.Jeffrey & Y.L.Chen

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 39(2): 217 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061876



Common Names

  • Large-Headed Sinacalia
  • Large-Headed Ragwort
  • Large-Headed Groundsel


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Synonyms

  • Koyamacalia macrocephala (Hand.-Mazz.) H.Rob. & Brettell [unknown]
  • Cacalia macrocephala Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]

Description

Sinacalia macrocephala (also called Large-headed Sinacalia, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial with large, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Sinacalia macrocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sinacalia macrocephala is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a diameter of 0.3-0.4 mm. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinacalia macrocephala is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be propagated by seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take up to a year for the seedlings to emerge. Division is the preferred method of propagation.

Where to Find Sinacalia macrocephala

Sinacalia macrocephala is native to South America and can be found in wet, tropical forests.

Sinacalia macrocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinacalia macrocephala?

Sinacalia macrocephala

What is the common name of Sinacalia macrocephala?

Large-headed Groundsel

What is the natural habitat of Sinacalia macrocephala?

It is native to South America and is commonly found in grasslands and open woodlands

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-18895: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
Yi Ling Chen (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.L.Chen' in the authors string.