Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cruciata
ID:
26974

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 3 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026303



Common Names

  • Campovassouria cruciata
  • Cross-shaped Campovassouria
  • Cruciata Campovassouria


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Synonyms

  • Osmia phlogifolia Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium ensifolium Griseb. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium graminifolium Chodat [unknown]
  • Campovassouria bupleurifolia (DC.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium linifolium Kunth [unknown]
  • Eupatorium amblyolaenum Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Eupatorium phlogifolium DC. [unknown]
  • Chrysocoma cruciata Vell. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium bupleurifolium bupleurifolium [unknown]
  • Chrysocoma cruciata Vell.Conc. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium mandonii Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium asclepiadeum DC. [unknown]
  • Osmia asclepiadea Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium linifolium DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium bupleurifolium DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium sonderi Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium cruciatum (Vell.) Ariza [unknown]
  • Eupatorium bupleurifolium microcephala Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Campovassouria cruciata (also called Cross-Leaved Campovassouria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and a wooly texture. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests, disturbed areas, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Campovassouria cruciata is small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campovassouria cruciata is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate some drought. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant compact and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Campovassouria cruciata

Campovassouria cruciata is native to South America and can be found in wetland areas. It is commonly found in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Campovassouria cruciata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campovassouria cruciata?

Campovassouria cruciata

What is the common name of Campovassouria cruciata?

Cross-Leaved Campovassouria

Where is Campovassouria cruciata native to?

Brazil

Species in the Campovassouria 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-125414: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.