Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
56292

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thorel ex Gagnep.) Bunwong & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 122(3): 358 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000055621



Common Names

  • Camchaya gracilis
  • Graceful Camchaya
  • Graceful Camchaya Grass


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Description

Camchaya gracilis (also called Slender Camchaya, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender stem, reaching a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as scrublands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Camchaya gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Camchaya gracilis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and dark green, lance-shaped leaves. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Camchaya gracilis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the root clumps in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Camchaya gracilis

Camchaya gracilis is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Camchaya gracilis FAQ

What are the optimal growing conditions for Camchaya gracilis?

Camchaya gracilis prefers full sun to partial shade, and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C.

What type of soil is best for Camchaya gracilis?

Camchaya gracilis prefers well-drained soil, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

What is the best way to propagate Camchaya gracilis?

Camchaya gracilis can be propagated by seed or by division of existing plants.

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-154264: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Sukhonthip Bunwong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunwong' in the authors string.
Clovis Thorel (1833-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thorel' in the authors string.