Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
capitata
ID:
13132

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 47: 193 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012461



Common Names

  • Capitate Trichogonia
  • Trichogonia
  • Capitate Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Trichogonia bishopii R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium capitatum Rusby [unknown]

Description

Trichogonia capitata (also called Capitate Trichogonia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a rosette of leaves with white flowers. It typically grows in grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Trichogonia capitata is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichogonia capitata is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichogonia capitata is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. The plant prefers full sun and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Trichogonia capitata

Trichogonia capitata can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida.

Trichogonia capitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichogonia capitata?

Trichogonia capitata

What are the common names of Trichogonia capitata?

Headed Groundsel

What is the habitat of Trichogonia capitata?

Dry open woods, pastures, and roadsides

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