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
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.
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 Porphyrostemma genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,