Calea grazielae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grazielae
ID:
85404
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.U.Santos
Source:
gcc
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Bradea 3(16): 119, fig (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084733
Common Names
- Calea Grazielae
- Grazielae Calea
- Calea
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Calea grazielae (also called Graziela's calea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It grows in dry and sandy soils, in open grasslands, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Calea grazielae is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calea grazielae has small, white flowers with five petals that are arranged in a star-like shape. The seeds are small and dark brown, and the seedlings are slender and grow to about 1 foot in height.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calea grazielae is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can also be divided in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Calea grazielae
Calea grazielae can be found in Central and South America, particularly in Brazil and Venezuela.
Calea grazielae FAQ
What are the common uses of Calea grazielae?
Calea grazielae is commonly used as an ornamental plant and as a food source.
What is the habitat of Calea grazielae?
Calea grazielae is found in dry, rocky areas of Mexico and Central America.
What are the characteristics of Calea grazielae?
Calea grazielae is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers.
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-41166: Based on the initial data import
João Ubiratan Moreira dos Santos (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.U.Santos' in the authors string.