Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chodatii
ID:
115034

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hassl.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 14: 174 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114363



Common Names

  • Calea chodatii
  • Chodat's Calea
  • Chodat's Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Calea chodatii chodatii [unknown]
  • Calea nitida Chodat [unknown]

Description

Calea chodatii (also called Chodat's calea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a thin, woody stem and lanceolate leaves with a serrated margin. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calea chodatii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used to treat digestive issues and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calea chodatii has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and have a pointed tip. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea chodatii is an herbaceous perennial that is native to the highlands of Mexico. It is a low-growing plant, growing to a height of about 30 cm (12 in). It has long, thin, lance-shaped leaves and small, white, daisy-like flowers. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame.

Where to Find Calea chodatii

Calea chodatii is native to Central America and can be found in countries such as Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Calea chodatii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea chodatii?

Calea chodatii

What is the common name of Calea chodatii?

Chodat's calea

What is the natural habitat of Calea chodatii?

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-75862: Based on the initial data import
Emil Hassler (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassl.' in the authors string.