Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peruviana
ID:
6835

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. ex S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 53: 155 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006164



Common Names

  • Peruviana Calea
  • Peruviana Dream Herb
  • Peruviana Aztec Dream Herb


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Synonyms

  • Calea trianae trianae [unknown]
  • Calea pennellii S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Calea trianae Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Calea peruviana (also called Peruvian Calea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to South America, from Peru to Argentina. It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests, woodlands and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Calea peruviana is a plant that is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It has a spreading growth habit and produces small, white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as headaches, skin conditions, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calea peruviana has white flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 1 mm. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a diameter of 5 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea peruviana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray filled with moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and place the tray in a warm, sunny spot. Once the seedlings have emerged, transplant them into individual pots or into the ground. To propagate by division, dig up the plant and divide the root ball into several sections. Replant each section in a new location.

Where to Find Calea peruviana

Calea peruviana can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Calea peruviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea peruviana?

Calea peruviana

What type of plant is Calea peruviana?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Calea peruviana?

It is native to South America

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-10594: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.