Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mucronata
ID:
13945

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.J.Bergius) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 39: 54 (2003) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013274



Common Names

  • Mucronate Syncarpha
  • Mucronate Aster
  • Mucronate Starwort


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Synonyms

  • Syncarpha chlorochrysum (DC.) B.Nord. [unknown]
  • Helichrysum chlorochrysum DC. [unknown]
  • Gnaphalium mucronatum P.J.Bergius [unknown]

Description

Syncarpha mucronata (also called Prickly Syncarpha, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is a low-growing plant, with stems reaching up to 30 cm in height. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and is typically found in grassy meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Syncarpha mucronata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Syncarpha mucronata has small yellow flowers with a single row of petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syncarpha mucronata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Cultivation requires full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Syncarpha mucronata

Syncarpha mucronata is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West. It is typically found in open, sunny areas such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Syncarpha mucronata FAQ

What are the common names of Syncarpha mucronata?

Common names of Syncarpha mucronata include Mucronate Syncarpha and Mucronate Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Syncarpha mucronata?

Syncarpha mucronata is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

What is the blooming period of Syncarpha mucronata?

Syncarpha mucronata blooms from June to August.

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-112849: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Peter Jonas Bergius (1730-1790): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Bergius' in the authors string.