Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
crispata
ID:
18603

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017932

Common Names

  • Trichocline crispata
  • Crested Trichocline
  • Crested Wirelettuce

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Description

Trichocline crispata (also called Curly-leaved Trichocline, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the deserts of South America. It is found in dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocline crispata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichocline crispata is a small, yellow flower with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocline crispata is a perennial plant that is best propagated through division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is also tolerant of a range of soil types and pH levels.

Where to Find Trichocline crispata

Trichocline crispata can be found in the mountains of South Africa.

Trichocline crispata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocline crispata?

Trichocline crispata

What is the common name of Trichocline crispata?

Crispata

Where is Trichocline crispata found?

Trichocline crispata is found in South Africa.

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-117349: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.