Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
apiculata
ID:
64547

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip. ex Wedd.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 70 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063876

Common Names

  • Monticalia Apiculata
  • Apiculate Monticalia
  • Apiculate Monticalia

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Synonyms

  • Senecio apiculatus Sch.Bip. ex Wedd. [unknown]

Description

Monticalia apiculata (also called Pincushion Flower, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces a single flower head on a long stem. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Monticalia apiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin ailments and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monticalia apiculata is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are green with a white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monticalia apiculata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the stems and planting them in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted. The seeds should be sown in a potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Monticalia apiculata

Monticalia apiculata is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in these regions, as well as in some botanical gardens and nurseries.

Monticalia apiculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monticalia apiculata?

Monticalia apiculata

What type of plant is Monticalia apiculata?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Monticalia apiculata?

It is native to South America

Species in the Monticalia genus

Monticalia elatoides, Monticalia harrietae, Monticalia verticillata, Monticalia vernicifolia, Monticalia pulchella, Monticalia ramentosa, Monticalia masonhalei, Monticalia flosfragrans, Monticalia viridialba, Monticalia firmipes, Monticalia stuebelii, Monticalia trichopus, Monticalia arbutifolia, Monticalia micropachyphylla, Monticalia magnicalyculata, Monticalia schultzei, Monticalia vernicosa, Monticalia abietina, Monticalia nigrostagnosa, Monticalia reissiana, Monticalia perijaensis, Monticalia rigidifolia, Monticalia andicola, Monticalia pachypus, Monticalia imbricatifolia, Monticalia quiroana, Monticalia hammenii, Monticalia guadalupe, Monticalia cachacoensis, Monticalia carupana, Monticalia ledifolia, Monticalia cleefii, Monticalia verticillata, Monticalia libertatis, Monticalia tunamensis, Monticalia polymera, Monticalia albiramea, Monticalia gelida, Monticalia peruviana, Monticalia teretifolia, Monticalia guicanensis, Monticalia apiculata, Monticalia angustifolia, Monticalia romeroana, Monticalia empetroides, Monticalia taironae, Monticalia vaccinioides, Monticalia summapacis, Monticalia novolanata, Monticalia juajibioyi,

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

Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:963570-1: Based on the initial data import