Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
bockiana
ID:
58493

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) H.Rob., S.C.Keeley, Skvarla & R.Chan

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 121(1): 31 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000057822



Common Names

  • Strobocalyx bockiana
  • Bockiana Strobocalyx
  • Bockiana False Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Pluchea rubicunda C.K.Schneid. [unknown]
  • Vernonia bockiana Diels [unknown]
  • Gymnanthemum bockianum (Diels) H.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Strobocalyx bockiana (also called Bock's strobocalyx, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has opposite leaves and small white flowers. It is found in grasslands and meadows, and is used as a sweetener.

Uses & Benefits

Strobocalyx bockiana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Strobocalyx bockiana is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a central yellow disc. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strobocalyx bockiana is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division of the root crowns in the spring.

Where to Find Strobocalyx bockiana

Strobocalyx bockiana can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in western North America.

Strobocalyx bockiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strobocalyx bockiana?

Strobocalyx bockiana

What is the common name of Strobocalyx bockiana?

Bock's Climbing Hempweed

What type of plant is Strobocalyx bockiana?

Herbaceous perennial

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-156518: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Raymund Chan (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Chan' in the authors string.
Sterling C. Keeley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Keeley' in the authors string.
John Jerome Skvarla (1935-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skvarla' in the authors string.