Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wedelioides
ID:
29657

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 54: 189 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028986



Common Names

  • Wedelioides Calea
  • Calea Wedelioides
  • Wedgeleaf Calea


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Synonyms

  • Viguiera wedelioides Baker [unknown]
  • Viguiera wedelioides Baker ex Glaz. [unknown]
  • Viguiera weddellioides Baker [unknown]

Description

Calea wedelioides (also called Wedelia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Mexico and grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Calea wedelioides is a plant native to Mexico. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas and infusions. It is known to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and is believed to be beneficial for the digestive system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calea wedelioides has white daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two rounded leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calea wedelioides is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Calea wedelioides

Calea wedelioides is native to Mexico, where it is found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Calea wedelioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calea wedelioides?

Calea wedelioides

What is the natural habitat of Calea wedelioides?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in Mexico and Central America.

What is the flowering period of Calea wedelioides?

It flowers from April to August.

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-128012: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.