Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
skeriophorum
ID:
115489

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sond. & F.Muell.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 25: 490 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114818

Common Names

  • Trichanthodium
  • Skeriophorum
  • Skeriophorum Trichanthodium

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Description

Trichanthodium skeriophorum (also called 'Skeriop's Trichanthodium', among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to South America. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and yellow flower heads. It grows in open grasslands, savannas, and other dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trichanthodium skeriophorum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichanthodium skeriophorum is yellow in color and has a star-like shape. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichanthodium skeriophorum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and should be watered sparingly. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Trichanthodium skeriophorum

Trichanthodium skeriophorum is native to South America. It is found in dry, rocky soils in mountainous regions.

Trichanthodium skeriophorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichanthodium skeriophorum?

Trichanthodium skeriophorum

What is the natural habitat of Trichanthodium skeriophorum?

Trichanthodium skeriophorum is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

What is the growth habit of Trichanthodium skeriophorum?

Trichanthodium skeriophorum is a low-growing, spreading perennial with a woody base.

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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:256200-1: Based on the initial data import