Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.M.Black) Dunlop
Source:
gcc
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 3(2): 178 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000078580
Common Names
- Streptoglossa cylindriceps
- Cone-headed Streptoglossa
- Cone-headed Streptoglossa Moss
Synonyms
- Pterigeron cylindriceps J.M.Black [unknown]
Description
Streptoglossa cylindriceps (also called Cylindric Streptoglossa, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem with a few branches and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are lanceolate, with a serrated margin. It has yellow daisy-like flowers with a dark center. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Streptoglossa cylindriceps is a drought-tolerant plant that is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also known for its ability to attract birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Streptoglossa cylindriceps has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a rosette of leaves with long, narrow lobes.
Cultivation and Propagation
Streptoglossa cylindriceps is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a sunny spot in well-drained soil in the spring or autumn. The seedlings will emerge in about two weeks. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in the spring or autumn.
Where to Find Streptoglossa cylindriceps
Streptoglossa cylindriceps is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Streptoglossa cylindriceps FAQ
What is the scientific name of Streptoglossa cylindriceps?
Streptoglossa cylindriceps
What type of plant is Streptoglossa cylindriceps?
Streptoglossa cylindriceps is a perennial herb.
What is the natural habitat of Streptoglossa cylindriceps?
Streptoglossa cylindriceps is native to South America.
Species in the Streptoglossa 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,