Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bishopii
ID:
130257

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 10, fig (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129586



Common Names

  • Bishop's Calea
  • Bishop's Daisy
  • Bishop's Fleabane


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Description

Calea bishopii (also called Bishop's calea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has a woody stem and opposite, ovate leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calea bishopii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calea bishopii has white flowers with yellow centers, small, black seeds, and seedlings that have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea bishopii is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Calea bishopii

Calea bishopii is found in the mountains of Mexico and Guatemala.

Calea bishopii FAQ

What are the common names of Calea bishopii?

Common names of Calea bishopii include Bishop's calea and Bishop's calea.

What is the growth habit of Calea bishopii?

Calea bishopii is an erect, perennial herb with a branching growth habit.

What is the flowering period of Calea bishopii?

Calea bishopii typically flowers from June to August.

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,