Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
catolesensis
ID:
93267

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.J.N.Hind & Bautista

Source:
gcc

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55(4): 950. 2000 [18 Dec 2000]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000092596



Common Names

  • Catoles Acritopappus
  • Catoles Goldenweed
  • Catoles Sunray


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Description

Acritopappus catolesensis (also called 'Catoles Acritopappus', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has yellow flower heads with white petals and deeply lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Acritopappus catolesensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, liver and gallbladder diseases, and skin problems. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acritopappus catolesensis is yellow in colour and has a daisy-like shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acritopappus catolesensis is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Acritopappus catolesensis

Acritopappus catolesensis is native to Brazil and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Acritopappus catolesensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acritopappus catolesensis?

Acritopappus catolesensis

What is the natural habitat of Acritopappus catolesensis?

Dry hillsides in the tropical dry forest of Costa Rica

What is the blooming season of Acritopappus catolesensis?

March to May

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-48838: Based on the initial data import
David John Nicholas Hind (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.N.Hind' in the authors string.
Hortensia Pousada Bautista (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bautista' in the authors string.