Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
incana
ID:
44364

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cass.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Dict. Sci. Nat., ed. 2. 55: 216 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043693

Common Names

  • Incana Trichocline
  • Incana Daisy
  • Incana Aster

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Description

Trichocline incana (also called Grey-Haired Trichocline, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1 m and has a woody stem with grey-haired leaves. It prefers dry, sunny habitats such as grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocline incana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trichocline incana has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocline incana is a perennial herb which is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Trichocline incana

Trichocline incana is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Trichocline incana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocline incana?

Trichocline incana

What is the natural habitat of Trichocline incana?

Trichocline incana is found in the western United States.

What is the flower color of Trichocline incana?

The flowers of Trichocline incana are usually yellow or white.

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-142262: Based on the initial data import
Henri Cassini (1781-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cass.' in the authors string.