Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
glabratus
ID:
68162

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 39: 49 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000067491



Common Names

  • Giant ragweed
  • Giant hogweed
  • Buffalo weed


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Description

Smallanthus glabratus (also called Smooth yacon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and waste places. The plant has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate and toothed. Its flower heads are yellow and have a diameter of 2–3 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Smallanthus glabratus is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Smallanthus glabratus is a small yellow daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smallanthus glabratus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. For cultivation, it prefers full sun and moist soil. It is a low-maintenance plant and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Smallanthus glabratus

Smallanthus glabratus can be found in South America.

Smallanthus glabratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Smallanthus glabratus?

Smallanthus glabratus

What is the common name of Smallanthus glabratus?

Glabratus

What is the family of Smallanthus glabratus?

Asteraceae

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-24359: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.