Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lepidopodium
ID:
130865

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bolus) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 17: 5 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130194



Common Names

  • Syncarpha Starwort
  • Lepidopodium Starwort
  • Starwort


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum lepidopodium Bolus [unknown]

Description

Syncarpha lepidopodium (also called Syncarpha, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It grows in open, sandy soils, often in areas with sparse vegetation. It has a single stem with a rosette of leaves at the base and yellow flowers with five petals.

Uses & Benefits

Syncarpha lepidopodium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Syncarpha lepidopodium is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syncarpha lepidopodium is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is not very tolerant of cold temperatures and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Syncarpha lepidopodium

Syncarpha lepidopodium is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in areas of California, Nevada, and Arizona.

Syncarpha lepidopodium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syncarpha lepidopodium?

Syncarpha lepidopodium

What is the common name of Syncarpha lepidopodium?

Lepidopodium syncarpha

Where is Syncarpha lepidopodium found?

It is found in South Africa

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-91099: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.