Status:
valid
Authors:
Kurz
Source:
gcc
Year:
1872
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 41(4): 318 (1872)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024692
Common Names
- Tricholepis Karensium
- Karen's Tricholepis
- Karen's Daisy
Description
Tricholepis karensium (also called Karen's tricholepis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean, Central America and South America. It is typically found in dry, open areas, such as scrubland and grassland.
Uses & Benefits
Tricholepis karensium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It has many medicinal uses, including treating fever, headaches, and skin disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tricholepis karensium has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tricholepis karensium is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and fertile, and the plants should be watered regularly. Deadheading spent flowers will help to promote more blooms.
Where to Find Tricholepis karensium
Tricholepis karensium is found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Tricholepis karensium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tricholepis karensium?
Tricholepis karensium
What is the natural habitat of Tricholepis karensium?
Tricholepis karensium is native to Mexico.
What are the uses of Tricholepis karensium?
Tricholepis karensium is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.
Species in the Tricholepis genus
Tricholepis raghavendrae,
Tricholepis furcata,
Tricholepis trichocephala,
Tricholepis karensium,
Tricholepis infundibuliformis,
Tricholepis radicans,
Tricholepis angustifolia,
Tricholepis stictophyllum,
Tricholepis roylei,
Tricholepis stewartei,
Tricholepis amplexicaulis,
Tricholepis elongata,
Tricholepis montana,
Tricholepis chaetolepis,
Tricholepis glaberrima,
Tricholepis tibetica,
Tricholepis nakaoi,
Tricholepis eburnea,
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,