Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candollei
ID:
138619

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bojer ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 6: 217 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137948



Common Names

  • Candolle's Aphelexis
  • Candolle's Daisy
  • Candolle's Sunray


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Synonyms

  • Helichrysum candollei R.Vig. & Humbert [unknown]

Description

Aphelexis candollei (also called Candolle's Aphelexis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It grows up to 0.5 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands and meadows and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Aphelexis candollei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and other respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aphelexis candollei has yellow flowers with a single row of yellow petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a single rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphelexis candollei is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.

Where to Find Aphelexis candollei

Aphelexis candollei can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Aphelexis candollei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphelexis candollei?

Aphelexis candollei

What is the common name of Aphelexis candollei?

Candolle's Aphelexis

What is the natural habitat of Aphelexis candollei?

Aphelexis candollei is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region.

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:177847-1: Based on the initial data import