Status:
valid
Authors:
Sch.Bip.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Jahresber. Pollichia 20-21: 390 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063996
Common Names
- Six-stamen Daisy
- Six-stamen Star Daisy
- Six-stamen Sunray
Synonyms
- Vernonia hexantha Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
- Cacalia hexantha (Sch.Bip. ex Baker) Kuntze [unknown]
- Vernonia megapotamica hexantha (Sch.Bip.) Cabrera [unknown]
- Vernonia hexantha balansae Chodat [unknown]
- Vernonia hexantha eleagnoides Chodat [unknown]
- Vernonia hexantha nivea Chodat [unknown]
- Vernonia hexantha paraguariensis Chodat [unknown]
Description
Stenocephalum hexanthum (also called Six-flowered Stenocephalum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flowering stem that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in dry, sandy soils in open woods and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Stenocephalum hexanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various skin diseases and infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Stenocephalum hexanthum flower is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown oval. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stenocephalum hexanthum is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location.
Where to Find Stenocephalum hexanthum
Stenocephalum hexanthum is native to India and can be found in the states of Assam, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh.
Stenocephalum hexanthum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenocephalum hexanthum?
Stenocephalum hexanthum
What type of plant is Stenocephalum hexanthum?
Stenocephalum hexanthum is a perennial herb
What is the natural habitat of Stenocephalum hexanthum?
Stenocephalum hexanthum is found in moist meadows and grasslands in the Himalayas
Species in the Stenocephalum genus
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Abrotanella pusilla,
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Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
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Acanthospermum humile,
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Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
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Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,