Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcephala
ID:
56086

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sodiro ex Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Notas Prelim. Mus. La Plata 3: 168, fig. C, pl. 2. 1934

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055415

Common Names

  • Microcephala Mutisia
  • Microcephala Daisy
  • Microcephala Fleabane

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Description

Mutisia microcephala (also called Small-headed Mutisia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is found in grasslands, prairies, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mutisia microcephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mutisia microcephala has yellow flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. Its seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mutisia microcephala is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The divisions should be planted in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Mutisia microcephala

Mutisia microcephala is native to South America and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Argentina.

Mutisia microcephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mutisia microcephala?

Mutisia microcephala

What is the common name of Mutisia microcephala?

Small-headed Mutisia

What is the family of Mutisia microcephala?

Asteraceae

Species in the Mutisia genus

Mutisia subspinosa, Mutisia araucana, Mutisia cochabambensis, Mutisia speciosa, Mutisia splendens, Mutisia linearifolia, Mutisia comptoniaefolia, Mutisia arequipensis, Mutisia kurtzii, Mutisia grandiflora, Mutisia hamata, Mutisia acuminata, Mutisia mandoniana, Mutisia mathewsii, Mutisia orbignyana, Mutisia tridens, Mutisia rimbachii, Mutisia vicia, Mutisia macrophylla, Mutisia intermedia, Mutisia retrorsa, Mutisia stuebelii, Mutisia decurrens, Mutisia sodiroi, Mutisia ledifolia, Mutisia glabrata, Mutisia homoeantha, Mutisia friesiana, Mutisia ilicifolia, Mutisia microneura, Mutisia rosea, Mutisia sinuata, Mutisia venusta, Mutisia oligodon, Mutisia brachyantha, Mutisia comptoniifolia, Mutisia vicia, Mutisia microcephala, Mutisia microphylla, Mutisia wurdackii, Mutisia linifolia, Mutisia cana, Mutisia latifolia, Mutisia lutzii, Mutisia clematis, Mutisia ilicifolia, Mutisia magnifica, Mutisia acerosa, Mutisia spectabilis, Mutisia campanulata,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-15405: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Luis Sodiro (1836-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sodiro' in the authors string.