Status:
valid
Authors:
Less.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 6: 107 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081839
Common Names
- Adenocaulon Chilense
- Chilean Adenocaulon
- Chilean Waterwort
Synonyms
- Adenocaulon lechleri Sch.Bip. [unknown]
Description
Adenocaulon chilense (also called Chilean Adenocaulon, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that is native to Chile. It has a basal rosette of leaves and solitary flower heads with yellow ray florets and yellow disc florets. It grows in grassland, scrub and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Adenocaulon chilense is a perennial herb native to Chile. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to provide shade and shelter in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adenocaulon chilense is a white-petaled daisy with yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adenocaulon chilense is a perennial herb native to Chile and Argentina. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil in spring or autumn. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Adenocaulon chilense
Adenocaulon chilense is native to Chile and can be found in the Andes Mountains.
Adenocaulon chilense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adenocaulon chilense?
Adenocaulon chilense
What are the common names of Adenocaulon chilense?
Chilean adenocaulon
Where is Adenocaulon chilense native to?
South America
Species in the Adenocaulon genus
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,