Status:
valid
Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 46: 295, fig. 1980
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068999
Common Names
- Campuloclinium Eiteniorum
- Crownweed
- White Crownweed
Description
Campuloclinium eiteniorum (also called Eiten's Campuloclinium, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It grows to a height of 10-30 cm and has small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils, usually in open areas such as hillsides and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Campuloclinium eiteniorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It can also be used to treat skin disorders, such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Campuloclinium eiteniorum is yellow with a white center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Campuloclinium eiteniorum is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.
Where to Find Campuloclinium eiteniorum
Campuloclinium eiteniorum is found in the Caucasus, Turkey, and Iran.
Campuloclinium eiteniorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campuloclinium eiteniorum?
Campuloclinium eiteniorum
What is the natural habitat of Campuloclinium eiteniorum?
Campuloclinium eiteniorum is native to South America.
What is the growth habit of Campuloclinium eiteniorum?
Campuloclinium eiteniorum is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height.
Species in the Campuloclinium genus
Campuloclinium hirsutum,
Campuloclinium irwinii,
Campuloclinium cabralensis,
Campuloclinium megacephalum,
Campuloclinium eiteniorum,
Campuloclinium parvulum,
Campuloclinium tubaraoense,
Campuloclinium alternifolium,
Campuloclinium arenarium,
Campuloclinium macrocephalum,
Campuloclinium campuloclinioides,
Campuloclinium chlorolepis,
Campuloclinium hickenii,
Campuloclinium hatschbachii,
Campuloclinium burchellii,
Campuloclinium purpurascens,
Campuloclinium riedelii,
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,