Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
megapotamicum
ID:
16678

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Jahresber. Pollichia 20-21: 388 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016007



Common Names

  • Megapotamic Stenocephalum
  • Stenocephalum Megapotamicum
  • Megapotamic Stenocephala


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Description

Stenocephalum megapotamicum (also called Giant Stenocephalum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stenocephalum megapotamicum is used as a medicinal plant, as a source of food, and as an ornamental plant. Its leaves are used to make tea, and its fruits are edible. It is also used to make dyes and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenocephalum megapotamicum is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenocephalum megapotamicum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Stenocephalum megapotamicum

Stenocephalum megapotamicum is native to South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay.

Stenocephalum megapotamicum FAQ

What is Stenocephalum megapotamicum's common name?

It is commonly known as the Brazilian Waterweed

What is the scientific classification of Stenocephalum megapotamicum?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae

Where is Stenocephalum megapotamicum native to?

It is native to South America

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,

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