Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gleason) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 100(3): 583 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055359
Common Names
- Jucundum Stenocephalum
- Jucundum Daisy
- Jucundum Fleabane
Synonyms
- Vernonia llanorum V.M.Badillo [unknown]
- Vernonia jucunda Gleason [unknown]
- Vernonia spinulosa Gleason [unknown]
Description
Stenocephalum jucundum (also called Jucundum Stenocephalum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to South America, and typically grows in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Stenocephalum jucundum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stenocephalum jucundum is yellow and daisy-like, with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stenocephalum jucundum is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and moist soil. To propagate, divide the root clumps in the spring or collect the seed heads and sow them in the fall. The seedlings should emerge in the spring.
Where to Find Stenocephalum jucundum
Stenocephalum jucundum is native to South America, primarily in Brazil and Argentina. It is typically found in grasslands and meadows.
Stenocephalum jucundum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenocephalum jucundum?
Stenocephalum jucundum
What is the family of Stenocephalum jucundum?
Asteraceae
Where is Stenocephalum jucundum found?
It is found in South Africa
Species in the Stenocephalum 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,