Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
maxima
ID:
126390

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 5: 290 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125719

Common Names

  • Trichocline
  • Trichocline Maxima
  • Trichocline Longifolia

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Description

Trichocline maxima (also called Maxima Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a woody base. It is native to South Africa and grows in grasslands and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Trichocline maxima has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as a natural dye and in cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trichocline maxima has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichocline maxima is a fast-growing, low-maintenance perennial that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take 4-6 inch cuttings from the tips of the stems and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and place in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Trichocline maxima

Trichocline maxima is native to South Africa. It can be found in open grasslands, prairies, and along roadsides. It prefers dry, well-drained soils.

Trichocline maxima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichocline maxima?

Trichocline maxima

What is the common name of Trichocline maxima?

Maxima Trichocline

What is the natural habitat of Trichocline maxima?

Dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and woodlands

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,

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