Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
calvoana
ID:
29502

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Isawumi, El-Ghazaly & B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Grana 35(4): 226 (1996): (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028831



Common Names

  • Calvoana Baccharoides
  • Baccharoides calvoana
  • Calvoana Baccharoides


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Description

Baccharoides calvoana (also called Calvo's Baccharoides, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in dry, open habitats, such as rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Baccharoides calvoana has been used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. Additionally, it is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as its bright yellow flowers are attractive and eye-catching. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible and can be used in salads.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Baccharoides calvoana sub. ulugurensis (O.Hoffm.) Isawumi, El-Ghazaly & B.Nord.
Baccharoides calvoana sub. ruwenzoriensis (C.Jeffrey) Isawumi, El-Ghazaly & B.Nord.
Baccharoides calvoana sub. adolfi-friderici (Muschl.) Isawumi, El-Ghazaly & B.Nord.
Baccharoides calvoana sub. leucocalyx (O.Hoffm.) Isawumi, El-Ghazaly & B.Nord.
Baccharoides calvoana sub. calvoana
Baccharoides calvoana sub. meridionalis (Wild) Isawumi, El-Ghazaly & B.Nord.
Baccharoides calvoana var. microcephala (C.D.Adams) Isawumi
Baccharoides calvoana sub. adolfi-friderici (Muschl.) Isawumi
Baccharoides calvoana sub. oehleri (Muschl.) Isawumi, El-Ghazaly & B.Nord.
Baccharoides calvoana var. insignis (Hook.f.) Isawumi
Baccharoides calvoana sub. mokaensis (Mildbr. & Mattf.) Isawumi, El-Ghazaly & B.Nord.
Baccharoides calvoana sub. usambarensis (C.Jeffrey) Isawumi, El-Ghazaly & B.Nord.
Baccharoides calvoana var. acuta (C.D.Adams) Isawumi
Baccharoides calvoana var. hymenolepis (A.Rich.) Isawumi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Baccharoides calvoana has small, white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baccharoides calvoana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is grown from seed. It is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. The plant prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Baccharoides calvoana

Baccharoides calvoana is native to South America.

Baccharoides calvoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baccharoides calvoana?

Baccharoides calvoana

What is the common name of Baccharoides calvoana?

Calvoana baccharoides

What is the natural habitat of Baccharoides calvoana?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Baccharoides 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-127863: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Moses A. Isawumi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Isawumi' in the authors string.
Gamal El-Ghazaly (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'El-Ghazaly' in the authors string.