Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
berteroana
ID:
66505

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 672 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065834



Common Names

  • Bertero's Calea
  • Dream Herb
  • Bitter-Root


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Synonyms

  • Calea holtonii Rusby [unknown]
  • Calea collina Klatt [unknown]
  • Calea ottonis Sch.Bip. ex R.Knuth [unknown]

Description

Calea berteroana (also called Bertero's Calea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has narrow, linear leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Calea berteroana is a perennial herb that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its attractive white flowers and its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. It is also used to help prevent soil erosion and can be used as a natural fence or barrier.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calea berteroana has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea berteroana is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils and can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and dry, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Calea berteroana

Calea berteroana is native to South America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and on hillsides.

Calea berteroana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea berteroana?

Calea berteroana

What is the common name of Calea berteroana?

Bertero's Calea

What is the natural habitat of Calea berteroana?

Dry, open hillsides

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,