Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lucida
ID:
84049

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire & Wurdack

Source:
gcc

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 9: 371, fig. 70 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083378



Common Names

  • Calea Lucida
  • Dream Herb
  • Bitter Grass


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Description

Calea lucida (also called Shining Calea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, open habitats and has small, linear leaves with a papery texture.

Uses & Benefits

Calea lucida is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory problems, digestive issues, and skin conditions. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to reduce fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calea lucida is a small, yellow-orange disc floret. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white pappus. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea lucida is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Calea lucida

Calea lucida is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open areas such as roadsides, fields, and pastures.

Calea lucida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea lucida?

Calea lucida

What is the common name of Calea lucida?

Shiny Calea

What is the habitat of Calea lucida?

It is found in wet forests, along streams, and in wet meadows.

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-39862: Based on the initial data import
John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.