Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sparsiflora
ID:
1322035

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) B.Nord.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 50: 75 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334489

Common Names

  • Crassothonna sparsiflora
  • Sparse-flowered Crassothonna
  • Sparse-flowered Daisy

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Description

Crassothonna sparsiflora (also called Sparse-Flowered Crassothonna, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the island of Borneo. It has small, oblong leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crassothonna sparsiflora is a perennial shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crassothonna sparsiflora is a small, yellow, globular head. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened and oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crassothonna sparsiflora can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and placed in a rooting medium such as perlite or vermiculite. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Crassothonna sparsiflora

Crassothonna sparsiflora is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Crassothonna sparsiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crassothonna sparsiflora?

Crassothonna sparsiflora

What is the common name of Crassothonna sparsiflora?

Sparse-flowered Crassothonna

What is the natural habitat of Crassothonna sparsiflora?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests

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

Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.