Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
brachycarpa
ID:
93056

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Pruski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Novon 6(4): 411 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092385



Common Names

  • Spreading Daisy
  • Short-Fruited Daisy
  • Giant Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Aspilia callosa Chodat [unknown]
  • Seruneum brachycarpum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Thelechitonia muricata Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Wedelia pilosa pilosa [unknown]
  • Stemmodontia brachycarpa Morong [unknown]
  • Wedelia paludosa villosa Baker [unknown]
  • Wedelia brasiliensis villosa S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Thelechitonia brachycarpa (Baker) H.Rob. & Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Seruneum pilosum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Wedelia pilosa Baker [unknown]
  • Wedelia brachycarpa Baker [unknown]
  • Wedelia pilosa brachycarpa Hassl. [unknown]
  • Wedelia callosa (Chodat) B.L.Turner [unknown]

Description

Sphagneticola brachycarpa (also called Short-Fruited Wedelia, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It has yellow flowers and is native to Central and South America. It is found in disturbed areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sphagneticola brachycarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sphagneticola brachycarpa is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphagneticola brachycarpa is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When grown from seed, it should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Sphagneticola brachycarpa

Sphagneticola brachycarpa is native to the Caribbean and Central America.

Sphagneticola brachycarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphagneticola brachycarpa?

Sphagneticola brachycarpa

What type of plant is Sphagneticola brachycarpa?

A perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Sphagneticola brachycarpa?

Grassy slopes and rocky outcrops

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-48629: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.