Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
candidum
ID:
18982

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Compos. Madagascar 66, 287 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000018311



Common Names

  • White-flowered Syncephalum
  • Syncephalum candidum
  • White-flowered False-thistle


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Description

Syncephalum candidum (also called White-flowered Syncephalum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Syncephalum candidum is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Syncephalum candidum is a yellow-green color and has a daisy-like structure. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a pappus. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syncephalum candidum is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape and to promote flowering.

Where to Find Syncephalum candidum

Syncephalum candidum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Greece, Turkey, and Italy.

Syncephalum candidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syncephalum candidum?

Syncephalum candidum

What is the common name of Syncephalum candidum?

White-flowered Syncephalum

Where is Syncephalum candidum native to?

Syncephalum candidum is native to the Mediterranean region.

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,