Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coronopifolia
ID:
86870

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Krasch.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Glavn. Bot. Sada R.S.F.S.R. 4: 53 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086199



Common Names

  • Calea coronopifolia
  • Silver-leaf Calea
  • Crown-leaf Calea


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Description

Calea coronopifolia (also called Crownleaf Calea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to Central America and grows in dry grasslands, meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Calea coronopifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calea coronopifolia is a bright yellow colour, with a small, tubular shape. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea coronopifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Calea coronopifolia

Calea coronopifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Guerrero, and Puebla.

Calea coronopifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea coronopifolia?

Calea coronopifolia

What type of plant is Calea coronopifolia?

Calea coronopifolia is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae.

Where is Calea coronopifolia found?

Calea coronopifolia is found in Mexico and Central America.

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-4258: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Hippolit Mikhailovich Krascheninnikov (1884-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krasch.' in the authors string.