Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
capitata
ID:
18680

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beauverd

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Genève ser. 2, 5: 206. 1913

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018009



Common Names

  • Stuckertiella capitata
  • Capitate Stuckertiella
  • Capitate Aster


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Synonyms

  • Gnaphalium weddellianum weddellianum [unknown]

Description

Stuckertiella capitata (also called Stuckert's Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, white flowers and is usually found in grassy areas, such as meadows and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Stuckertiella capitata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stuckertiella capitata has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stuckertiella capitata is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in the spring. The seed should be sown in a flat in a cold frame in the spring and the seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent location when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Stuckertiella capitata

Stuckertiella capitata can be found in the mountains of Central Europe.

Stuckertiella capitata FAQ

What are the common names of Stuckertiella capitata?

Common names of Stuckertiella capitata include capitate thistle and capitate thistle.

What is the habitat of Stuckertiella capitata?

Stuckertiella capitata is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

What are the characteristics of Stuckertiella capitata?

Stuckertiella capitata is an annual or biennial plant that grows to a height of up to 1m. It has a spiny stem and leaves that are deeply lobed and covered in white hairs.

Species in the Stuckertiella 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-117421: Based on the initial data import
Gustave Beauverd (1867-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beauverd' in the authors string.