Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bahiensis
ID:
24152

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mattf.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32: 428 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023481



Common Names

  • Calea Bahiensis
  • Bahiensis Calea
  • Calea Plant


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Description

Calea bahiensis (also called Bahia calea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South America and is found in dry grasslands, woodlands, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calea bahiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calea bahiensis is a small, white bloom with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate with a bright green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea bahiensis is a perennial plant that is propagated through division of the root system. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to divide the root system in the spring or fall. The plant can also be propagated by seed, which should be sown in the spring or fall in well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned out when they reach a height of 2-3 inches.

Where to Find Calea bahiensis

Calea bahiensis is native to Brazil and can be found in dry deciduous forests and grasslands.

Calea bahiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea bahiensis?

Calea bahiensis

What is the common name of Calea bahiensis?

Bahia Calea

What is the natural habitat of Calea bahiensis?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Calea genus

Calea nervosa, Calea perimbricata, Calea ulei, Calea senecioides, Calea gentianoides, Calea rotundifolia, Calea clausseniana, Calea abbreviata, Calea martiana, Calea ferruginea, Calea linearifolia, Calea stenophylla, Calea irwinii, Calea peruviana, Calea sublantanoides, Calea ramosissima, Calea teucriifolia, Calea yuruparina, Calea lucidivenia, Calea marginata, Calea lemmatioides, Calea perijaensis, Calea divergens, Calea umbellulata, Calea prunifolia, Calea solidaginea, Calea rojasiana, Calea abelioides, Calea hymenolepis, Calea clematidea, Calea bahiensis, Calea microphylla, Calea tridactylita, Calea purpurea, Calea morii, Calea longipedicellata, Calea villosa, Calea polycephala, Calea sipapoana, Calea nana, Calea rupicola, Calea nematophylla, Calea kirkbridei, Calea wedelioides, Calea neblinensis, Calea pohliana, Calea dalyi, Calea chapadensis, Calea trichotoma, Calea annua,

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-122686: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.