Status:
valid
Authors:
(Philipson) Dittrich
Source:
gcc
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 103(4): 477 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007553
Common Names
- Ochrocephala Imatongensis
- Imatongensis Ochrocephala
- Imatongensis Daisy
Synonyms
- Stemmacantha imatongensis (Philipson) Soldano [unknown]
- Centaurea imatongensis Philipson [unknown]
- Rhaponticum imatongense (Philipson) Soják [unknown]
- Pleiotaxis buscalioni Chiov. [unknown]
- Leuzea imatongensis (Philipson) Holub [unknown]
Description
Ochrocephala imatongensis (also called Imatong Ochrocephala, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to East Africa. It grows in moist woods and along roadsides. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers with multiple rows of petals.
Uses & Benefits
Ochrocephala imatongensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ochrocephala imatongensis has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a head-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ochrocephala imatongensis is a perennial herb that is native to the tropical rainforest of Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is best grown in a sheltered position, as it is susceptible to frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Ochrocephala imatongensis
Ochrocephala imatongensis is endemic to South Sudan, where it can be found in the Imatong Mountains.
Ochrocephala imatongensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ochrocephala imatongensis?
Ochrocephala imatongensis
What type of plant is Ochrocephala imatongensis?
It is a shrub
Where is Ochrocephala imatongensis found?
It is found in South Sudan
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Acanthostyles buniifolius,
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Achillea clavennae,
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