Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
filiformis
ID:
2459

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 52: 57 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001788



Common Names

  • Filiform Stenocarpha
  • Threadlike Stenocarpha
  • Threadlike Sunray


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Synonyms

  • Galinsoga filiformis Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Galinsoga filiformis filiformis [unknown]
  • Stenocarpha filiformis filiformis [unknown]
  • Galinsoga filiformis (S.F.Blake) Canne [unknown]

Description

Stenocarpha filiformis (also called White-top Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It has a woody base and slender stems with small, white, daisy-like flowers. It grows in open woodland, grassland, and heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Stenocarpha filiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and infections. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenocarpha filiformis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenocarpha filiformis is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Stenocarpha filiformis

Stenocarpha filiformis is native to Australia and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Stenocarpha filiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenocarpha filiformis?

Stenocarpha filiformis

What is the common name of Stenocarpha filiformis?

Thread-leaved Stenocarpha

What is the family of Stenocarpha filiformis?

Asteraceae

Species in the Stenocarpha 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-101727: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.