Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) Maguire & Wurdack
Source:
gcc
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 9: 389 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080463
Common Names
- Stomatochaeta condensata
- Condensata Stomatochaeta
- Stomatochaeta
Description
Stomatochaeta condensata (also called 'Dense-Fruited Stomatochaeta', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Stomatochaeta condensata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stomatochaeta condensata is a yellow, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stomatochaeta condensata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It is best grown in a sunny position in a well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Stomatochaeta condensata
Stomatochaeta condensata is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, open grasslands.
Stomatochaeta condensata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stomatochaeta condensata?
Stomatochaeta condensata
What is the common name of Stomatochaeta condensata?
Condensed Stomatochaeta
What is the natural habitat of Stomatochaeta condensata?
Dry grassland, open woodlands, and rocky slopes
Species in the Stomatochaeta genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
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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,