Crassocephalum picridifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
picridifolium
ID:
46339
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
gcc
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 50: 212 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045668
Common Names
- Crassocephalum picridifolium
- Picridifolium Buttonweed
- Buttonweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Senecio picridifolius A.Chev. [unknown]
- Crassocephalum sambamense Berhaut [unknown]
- Senecio acutidentatus A.Rich. [unknown]
- Gynura picridifolia Burtt Davy [unknown]
- Senecio papaverifolius A.Rich. [unknown]
- Senecio picridifolius DC. [unknown]
Description
Crassocephalum picridifolium (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Africa. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has small, white flowers. It is found in open grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Crassocephalum picridifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crassocephalum picridifolium has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, with a black or dark brown color. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are slightly hairy.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crassocephalum picridifolium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.
Where to Find Crassocephalum picridifolium
Crassocephalum picridifolium is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open habitats.
Crassocephalum picridifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crassocephalum picridifolium?
Crassocephalum picridifolium
What is the common name of Crassocephalum picridifolium?
African Daisy
What is the family of Crassocephalum picridifolium?
Asteraceae
Species in the Crassocephalum genus
Crassocephalum sonchifolium, Crassocephalum manampanihense, Crassocephalum radiatum, Crassocephalum kaessnerianum, Crassocephalum uvens, Crassocephalum bauchiense, Crassocephalum vitellinum, Crassocephalum bougheyanum, Crassocephalum togoense, Crassocephalum paludum, Crassocephalum rubens, Crassocephalum torreanum, Crassocephalum goetzenii, Crassocephalum picridifolium, Crassocephalum coerulum, Crassocephalum gracile, Crassocephalum guineense, Crassocephalum montuosum, Crassocephalum splendens, Crassocephalum libericum, Crassocephalum vitellinum, Crassocephalum ducis-aprutii, Crassocephalum macropappus, Crassocephalum effusum, Crassocephalum crepidioides, Crassocephalum baoulense, Crassocephalum lemuricum,
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-144163: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.