Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
colombiana
ID:
85147

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gand.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 65: 39 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084476



Common Names

  • Calea Colombiana
  • Colombian Calea
  • Calea


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Description

Calea colombiana (also called Colombian Calea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Colombia. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Calea colombiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calea colombiana is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed with a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings are small, green, and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea colombiana is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Calea colombiana

Calea colombiana is native to Colombia and can be found in the wild in Colombia and Venezuela.

Calea colombiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea colombiana?

Calea colombiana

Where is Calea colombiana native to?

Colombia

What is the growth habit of Calea colombiana?

It is an evergreen shrub

What type of soil does Calea colombiana prefer?

It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil

What is the best temperature for Calea colombiana?

It prefers temperatures between 55-75°F (13-24°C)

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-4092: Based on the initial data import
Michel Gandoger (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gand.' in the authors string.