Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
maculatus
ID:
88661

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cav.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 39: 50 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087990



Common Names

  • Painted Daisy
  • Smallanthus Daisy
  • Painted Leaf


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Description

Smallanthus maculatus (also called Maculate Yacon, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Andes of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia, and is found in montane grasslands and open scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Smallanthus maculatus 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 Smallanthus maculatus is a yellow daisy-like flower with a single row of petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are usually yellow-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smallanthus maculatus is an annual herb native to Central and South America. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer and root them in a sandy soil mix. Once established, the plant requires little care and can tolerate drought.

Where to Find Smallanthus maculatus

Smallanthus maculatus is found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Smallanthus maculatus FAQ

What is the common name of Smallanthus maculatus?

Spotted Oxeye

What is the scientific name of Spotted Oxeye?

Smallanthus maculatus

What are the uses of Spotted Oxeye?

Spotted Oxeye is used for medicinal purposes, as an ornamental plant, and as a food source for livestock.

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-44338: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.