Stephanomeria monocephala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monocephala
ID:
75260
Status:
valid
Authors:
Moran
Source:
gcc
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Trans. San Diego Soc. Nat. Hist. 15: 291[-292], fig. 11 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074589
Common Names
- Stephanomeria Monocephala
- One-Headed Wirelettuce
- One-Headed Stephanomeria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stephanomeria monocephala (also called 'One-Headed Wirelettuce', among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, linear leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the western United States, and is found in dry, open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Stephanomeria monocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stephanomeria monocephala is a small, yellow, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stephanomeria monocephala is an evergreen shrub native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn, and should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil.
Where to Find Stephanomeria monocephala
Stephanomeria monocephala can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.
Stephanomeria monocephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stephanomeria monocephala?
Stephanomeria monocephala
What is the family of Stephanomeria monocephala?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Stephanomeria monocephala?
One-Headed Wirelettuce
Species in the Stephanomeria genus
Stephanomeria fluminea, Stephanomeria runcinata, Stephanomeria tenuifolia, Stephanomeria malheurensis, Stephanomeria guadalupensis, Stephanomeria paniculata, Stephanomeria diegensis, Stephanomeria mexiae, Stephanomeria monocephala, Stephanomeria elata, Stephanomeria exigua, Stephanomeria lactucina, Stephanomeria cichoriacea, Stephanomeria virgata, Stephanomeria pauciflora, Stephanomeria thurberi, Stephanomeria parryi,
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-31309: Based on the initial data import
Reid Venable Moran (1916-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moran' in the authors string.