Status:
valid
Authors:
Lasser & Maguire
Source:
gcc
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 7: 87 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116738
Common Names
- Calea phelpsiae
- Phelps' Calea
- Phelps' Dream-herb
Description
Calea phelpsiae (also called Mexican Calea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has bright green leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry, tropical forests and can tolerate a wide range of soils.
Uses & Benefits
Calea phelpsiae is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calea phelpsiae is a small, white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a bright yellow color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calea phelpsiae is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in well-drained soil in full sun. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Calea phelpsiae
Calea phelpsiae is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Calea phelpsiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calea phelpsiae?
Calea phelpsiae
What is the common name of Calea phelpsiae?
Phelps' Calea
What is the natural habitat of Calea phelpsiae?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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,