Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
1979
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079082
Common Names
- Schistocarpha matudae
- Matuda's Schistocarpha
- Matuda's Rush
Description
Schistocarpha matudae (also called Matuda's Schistocarpha, Matuda's Schistocarpha-Vernonia, and Matuda's Schistocarpha-Emilia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has yellow ray florets and a yellow disc floret, and grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Schistocarpha matudae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schistocarpha matudae has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schistocarpha matudae is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Schistocarpha matudae
Calandrinia setosa can be found in Chile and Argentina.
Schistocarpha matudae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schistocarpha matudae?
Schistocarpha matudae
What is the common name of Schistocarpha matudae?
Matuda's Schistocarpha
What type of plant is Schistocarpha matudae?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Schistocarpha genus
Schistocarpha platyphylla,
Schistocarpha sinforosi,
Schistocarpha paniculata,
Schistocarpha pedicellata,
Schistocarpha hondurensis,
Schistocarpha matudae,
Schistocarpha pseudoseleri,
Schistocarpha longiligula,
Schistocarpha liebmannii,
Schistocarpha croatii,
Schistocarpha paniculata,
Schistocarpha matudae,
Schistocarpha eupatorioides,
Schistocarpha bicolor,
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,