Calycadenia oppositifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oppositifolia
ID:
38937
Status:
valid
Authors:
Greene
Source:
gcc
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Fl. Francisc. : 423 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038266
Common Names
- Opposite-leaved Calycadenia
- Opposite-leaved Goldenbush
- Opposite-leaved Plagiobothrys
Searching for Calycadenia oppositifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calycadenia oppositifolia (also called 'Opposite-leaved Calycadenia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus and Anatolia. It grows in meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes at elevations of up to 3,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Calycadenia oppositifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calycadenia oppositifolia is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Searching for Calycadenia oppositifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calycadenia oppositifolia is a perennial plant native to North America. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It is best to divide the plants every two to three years to keep them healthy and vigorous.
Where to Find Calycadenia oppositifolia
Calycadenia oppositifolia is native to California and can be found in chaparral and open woodlands.
Calycadenia oppositifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calycadenia oppositifolia?
Calycadenia oppositifolia
What is the family of Calycadenia oppositifolia?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Calycadenia oppositifolia?
Grassy slopes
Species in the Calycadenia genus
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-136999: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.