Melampodium divaricatum
(Rich. ex Rich.) DC.
Butter daisy
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Summary
Source: WikipediaMelampodium divaricatum, also known by its common name gold medallion is a species of flowering plant from the genus Melampodium. The species was first described in 1836.
Description
A herb. It grows each year from seed. The leaves are bright green. They are arranged opposite and are 6-10 cm long by 3-5 cm wide. The edges are irregular. The flowers are small and daisy like and 3 cm across. They occur singly on stalks 2-3 cm long. These are in the axils of leaves.
Edible Uses
The flower petals are used as a source of carotenoids for the food industry.
Traditional Uses
The flower petals are used as a source of carotenoids for the food industry.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Asia, Bolivia, Brazil, Central America, Colombia, Dominican Republic, India, Mexico, Myanmar, North America, SE Asia, USA, Venezuela, West Indies,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Escutumbuy, Kantum bom, Kopal xiiw, Million gold melampodium
References (2)
- FMNH Botany Collections Database - Mesoamerican Ethnobotany emuweb.field museum.org
- Lim, T. K., Edible Medicinal and Non-Medicinal Plants Volume 7 Flowers
