Archibaccharis nephocephala - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nephocephala
ID:
119014
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.L.Nesom
Source:
gcc
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68: 123 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000118343
Common Names
- Archibaccharis
- Nephoclephar Daisy
- Nephoclephar
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Archibaccharis nephocephala (also called white-flowered archibaccharis, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America and grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats. It has white flowers and obovate leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Archibaccharis nephocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Archibaccharis nephocephala is small and yellow. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Archibaccharis nephocephala is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers a sandy loam. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or fall. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a sunny location in the spring or fall. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Archibaccharis nephocephala
Archibaccharis nephocephala is native to the western United States. It can be found in dry, open areas, such as rocky hillsides and desert scrub.
Archibaccharis nephocephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archibaccharis nephocephala?
Archibaccharis nephocephala
What type of plant is Archibaccharis nephocephala?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant
Where is Archibaccharis nephocephala found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Archibaccharis genus
Archibaccharis pringlei, Archibaccharis flexilis, Archibaccharis schiedeana, Archibaccharis venturana, Archibaccharis aequivenia, Archibaccharis hirtella, Archibaccharis auriculata, Archibaccharis salmeoides, Archibaccharis breedlovei, Archibaccharis tuxtlensis, Archibaccharis campii, Archibaccharis jacksonii, Archibaccharis serratifolia, Archibaccharis nicaraguensis, Archibaccharis standleyi, Archibaccharis intermedia, Archibaccharis almedana, Archibaccharis simplex, Archibaccharis irazuensis, Archibaccharis blakeana, Archibaccharis macdonaldii, Archibaccharis glakeana, Archibaccharis peninsularis, Archibaccharis lucentifolia, Archibaccharis corymbosa, Archibaccharis veracruzana, Archibaccharis hieracioides, Archibaccharis nephocephala, Archibaccharis trichotoma, Archibaccharis taeniotricha, Archibaccharis panamensis, Archibaccharis asperifolia, Archibaccharis androgyna, Archibaccharis albescens, Archibaccharis subsessilis, Archibaccharis lineariloba, Archibaccharis vulneraria,
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-79674: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.