Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hieron.) C.Jeffrey
Source:
gcc
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 73 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013746
Common Names
- Monticalia stuebelii
- Stuebel's Monticalia
- Stuebel's Daisy
Synonyms
- Pentacalia stuebelii (Hieron.) Cuatrec. [unknown]
- Senecio stuebelii Hieron. [unknown]
Description
Monticalia stuebelii (also called Stuebel's Monticalia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Central America. It grows to a height of about 1 m, with small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is found in open woods, grasslands, and disturbed areas, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Monticalia stuebelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties which can help to reduce inflammation and improve overall health.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monticalia stuebelii has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monticalia stuebelii is an annual herb native to South America. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed sown in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Monticalia stuebelii
Monticalia stuebelii is native to South America. It can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Monticalia stuebelii FAQ
What are the growth requirements of Monticalia stuebelii?
Monticalia stuebelii requires full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures up to -15°C.
How often should Monticalia stuebelii be watered?
Monticalia stuebelii should be watered regularly during the growing season, but should not be allowed to become waterlogged.
How should Monticalia stuebelii be pruned?
Monticalia stuebelii should be pruned in late winter or early spring to remove any dead or damaged stems. It can also be lightly trimmed to maintain a neat shape.
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,