Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perimbricata
ID:
1013

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 9: 235 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000342



Common Names

  • Calea perimbricata
  • Perimbricated Calea
  • Perimbricated Bitterweed


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Description

Calea perimbricata (also called Perimbricated Calea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a woody stem and its leaves are arranged in a rosette. It grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calea perimbricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calea perimbricata has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea perimbricata is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several smaller clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Calea perimbricata

Calea perimbricata is native to Mexico and Central America.

Calea perimbricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea perimbricata?

Calea perimbricata

What is the common name of Calea perimbricata?

Perimbricated Calea

What is the natural habitat of Calea perimbricata?

It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky areas.

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-100321: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.