Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
622622

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.H.Shan & M.L.Sheh

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 18: 376 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621954



Common Names

  • Cortiella Caespitosa
  • Tufted Cortiella
  • Native Fuchsia


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Description

Cortiella caespitosa (also called Tufted Cortiella, among many other common names) is an annual herb, usually growing up to 1 m in height. It is native to the western United States. It is found in chaparral, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cortiella caespitosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in bonsai and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cortiella caespitosa is a small, yellow-green flower that grows in clusters. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cortiella caespitosa is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but seeds can also be used. It is best to take cuttings in the spring or summer and keep them in a warm, shaded area until they are established.

Where to Find Cortiella caespitosa

Cortiella caespitosa is native to the Mediterranean region.

Cortiella caespitosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cortiella caespitosa?

Cortiella caespitosa

What is the family of Cortiella caespitosa?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Cortiella caespitosa?

Tufted Cortiella

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2738346: Based on the initial data import
Ren Hwa Shan (1909-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Shan' in the authors string.
Men Lan Sheh (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.L.Sheh' in the authors string.