Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 22: 42 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014178
Common Names
- Triptych
- Triptych Daisy
- Triptych Sunflower
Synonyms
- Eupatorium triptychum B.L.Rob. [unknown]
Description
Standleyanthus triptychus (also called three-lobed standleyanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It typically grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has a thick, woody stem and is covered in hairy leaves. The flowers are yellow and have a yellow center.
Uses & Benefits
Standleyanthus triptychus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Standleyanthus triptychus is a yellow, daisy-like bloom with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin, grey-green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Standleyanthus triptychus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. To propagate from division, divide the clumps in late spring or early summer and replant them in individual pots. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Standleyanthus triptychus
Standleyanthus triptychus is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is often found in gardens and cultivated fields.
Standleyanthus triptychus FAQ
What is the common name of Standleyanthus triptychus?
Three-lobed Standleyanthus
What is the growth habit of Standleyanthus triptychus?
It is a perennial herb with a woody base and grows up to 1 m tall.
What is the native range of Standleyanthus triptychus?
It is native to Mexico and Central America.
Species in the Standleyanthus genus
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,