Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lutea
ID:
37823

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pruski & Urbatsch

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 40: 353 (-354), fig (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037152



Common Names

  • Calea Lutea
  • Lemon Calea
  • Yellow Calea


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Description

Calea lutea (also called Golden Calea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico, and is found in high-altitude grassland habitats. It is a herb, typically growing to heights of 0.3-0.6 m.

Uses & Benefits

Calea lutea is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calea lutea has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, thin tube. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea lutea is a perennial herb that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings of the stems and rooting them in moist soil. Seeds can be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Calea lutea

Calea lutea is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Calea lutea FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Calea lutea?

Calea lutea is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

What is the average height of Calea lutea?

Calea lutea typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1.5 meters.

What is the flowering period for Calea lutea?

Calea lutea typically flowers from July to September.

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-135928: Based on the initial data import
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.
Lowell Edward Urbatsch (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urbatsch' in the authors string.