Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wech.) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69(2): 106 (1990), as 'polytr (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000105150
Common Names
- Polytrichomata Cyanthillium
- Cyanthillium polytrichomata
- Polytrichomata
Description
Cyanthillium polytrichomata (also called Polytrichous Cyanthillium, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Cyanthillium polytrichomata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, dysentery, and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyanthillium polytrichomata is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are green and have a single stem with a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyanthillium polytrichomata is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two to three months.
Where to Find Cyanthillium polytrichomata
Cyanthillium polytrichomata can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Cyanthillium polytrichomata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyanthillium polytrichomata?
Cyanthillium polytrichomata
What are the common names of Cyanthillium polytrichomata?
Common names of Cyanthillium polytrichomata include polytrichum aster and polytrichum daisy
Where does Cyanthillium polytrichomata grow?
Cyanthillium polytrichomata grows in temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America
Species in the Cyanthillium genus
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,