Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Royen
Source:
gcc
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Alpine Fl. New Guinea 4: 3291. 1983
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093513
Common Names
- Carstensz Tetramolopium
- Carstensz Groundsel
- Carstensz Groundsel Bush
Description
Tetramolopium carstenszense (also called Carstensz Tetramolopium, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to New Guinea. It is a small plant, with a height of up to 30 cm, and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry meadows and grasslands, and is tolerant of drought.
Uses & Benefits
Tetramolopium carstenszense 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, cough, cold, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tetramolopium carstenszense is a yellow-green color and has a daisy-like form. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with light green leaves and a yellow-green stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tetramolopium carstenszense is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to New Guinea. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Tetramolopium carstenszense
Tetramolopium carstenszense is native to New Guinea. It is found in open, dry areas such as grasslands and scrublands.
Tetramolopium carstenszense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetramolopium carstenszense?
Tetramolopium carstenszense
What is the common name of Tetramolopium carstenszense?
Carstensz's Tetramolopium
Where is Tetramolopium carstenszense native to?
Papua New Guinea
Species in the Tetramolopium genus
Tetramolopium consanguineum,
Tetramolopium rockii,
Tetramolopium lanatum,
Tetramolopium wilhelminae,
Tetramolopium tenerrimum,
Tetramolopium crepatutarum,
Tetramolopium gracile,
Tetramolopium flaccidum,
Tetramolopium alinae,
Tetramolopium conyzoides,
Tetramolopium humile,
Tetramolopium capillare,
Tetramolopium virgatum,
Tetramolopium capellaense,
Tetramolopium pioraense,
Tetramolopium sylvae,
Tetramolopium cinereum,
Tetramolopium mitiaroense,
Tetramolopium procumbens,
Tetramolopium spathulatum,
Tetramolopium ericoides,
Tetramolopium bicolor,
Tetramolopium ciliatum,
Tetramolopium tenue,
Tetramolopium vagans,
Tetramolopium fasciculatum,
Tetramolopium klossii,
Tetramolopium arenarium,
Tetramolopium distichum,
Tetramolopium macrum,
Tetramolopium carstenszense,
Tetramolopium remyi,
Tetramolopium piloso-villosum,
Tetramolopium prostratum,
Tetramolopium filiforme,
Tetramolopium pumilum,
Tetramolopium corallioides,
Tetramolopium lepidotum,
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,