Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melissifolia
ID:
65114

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 257 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064443



Common Names

  • Calea melissifolia
  • Honey-leaf Calea
  • Honey-leaf Dream-herb


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Description

Calea melissifolia (also called Lemon-scented Calea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, open habitats such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Calea melissifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to treat digestive problems, urinary tract infections, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calea melissifolia has small, white flowers with five petals and a long, slender stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea melissifolia is a perennial herb that is native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Calea melissifolia

Calea melissifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Calea melissifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea melissifolia?

Calea melissifolia

What is the common name of Calea melissifolia?

Honey-leaf Calea

What type of plant is Calea melissifolia?

Herbaceous perennial

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,

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