Status:
valid
Authors:
(Urb. & Ekman) R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32: 260 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095485
Common Names
- Microchaete
- Koanophyllon
- Woolly Daisy
Synonyms
- Eupatorium microchaeteum Urb. & Ekman [unknown]
Description
Koanophyllon microchaeteum (also called Small-leaved Woollybush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to California and is found in dry open areas, such as chaparral and coastal sage scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Koanophyllon microchaeteum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Koanophyllon microchaeteum has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black, and have a tuft of hairs at one end. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Koanophyllon microchaeteum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Koanophyllon microchaeteum
Koanophyllon microchaeteum is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Koanophyllon microchaeteum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Koanophyllon microchaeteum?
Koanophyllon microchaeteum
What is the natural habitat of Koanophyllon microchaeteum?
It is native to Mexico
What is the size of Koanophyllon microchaeteum?
It can grow up to 0.2 meters in height
Species in the Koanophyllon genus
Koanophyllon puberulum,
Koanophyllon polyodon,
Koanophyllon poliystichum,
Koanophyllon heptaneurum,
Koanophyllon reyrobinsonii,
Koanophyllon hotteanum,
Koanophyllon richardsonii,
Koanophyllon minutifolium,
Koanophyllon clementis,
Koanophyllon semicrenatum,
Koanophyllon atroglandulosum,
Koanophyllon prinodes,
Koanophyllon hintoniorum,
Koanophyllon fuscum,
Koanophyllon chabrense,
Koanophyllon adamantium,
Koanophyllon mesoreopolum,
Koanophyllon hylonoma,
Koanophyllon jugipaniculatum,
Koanophyllon helianthemoides,
Koanophyllon silvaticum,
Koanophyllon hammatocladum,
Koanophyllon sagasteguii,
Koanophyllon scabriusculum,
Koanophyllon mornicola,
Koanophyllon eitenii,
Koanophyllon guerreroana,
Koanophyllon turquinense,
Koanophyllon subpurpureum,
Koanophyllon jenssenii,
Koanophyllon jaegerianum,
Koanophyllon reversum,
Koanophyllon thysanolepis,
Koanophyllon littorale,
Koanophyllon tetranthum,
Koanophyllon hidrodes,
Koanophyllon tatei,
Koanophyllon pittieri,
Koanophyllon sinaloensis,
Koanophyllon galeottii,
Koanophyllon albicaulis,
Koanophyllon galeana,
Koanophyllon calcicola,
Koanophyllon iteophyllum,
Koanophyllon baccharifolium,
Koanophyllon bullescens,
Koanophyllon nervosum,
Koanophyllon chalceorithales,
Koanophyllon tetranfolium,
Koanophyllon simillima,
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,