Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
monocephala
ID:
118493

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.A.Bruce) Leins

Source:
gcc

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 9: 107 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117822

Common Names

  • Porphyrostemma monocephala
  • Monocephala daisy
  • Monocephala aster

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Synonyms

  • Pluchea monocephala E.A.Bruce [unknown]

Description

Porphyrostemma monocephala (also called Single-Headed Porphyrostemma, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with yellow flowers and grass-like leaves. It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Porphyrostemma monocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Porphyrostemma monocephala has small white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porphyrostemma monocephala is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It is best grown in a sunny location with regular watering.

Where to Find Porphyrostemma monocephala

Pogonatum wallisii is native to Japan and can be found in moist, shady areas of forests.

Porphyrostemma monocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Porphyrostemma monocephala?

Porphyrostemma monocephala

What is the common name of Porphyrostemma monocephala?

One-headed Porphyrostemma

What is the natural habitat of Porphyrostemma monocephala?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-79171: Based on the initial data import
Eileen Adelaide Bruce (1905-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.A.Bruce' in the authors string.
Peter Leins (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leins' in the authors string.