Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
12635

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burm.f.) B.Nord.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Compositae Newslett. 38: 73 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011964



Common Names

  • Capelio tomentosa
  • Woolly Capelio
  • Woolly-leaf Capelio


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Synonyms

  • Alciope lanata grandis (Thunb.) DC. [unknown]
  • Arnica lanata Thunb. [unknown]
  • Ligularia lanata Less. [unknown]
  • Alciope lanata DC. [unknown]
  • Alciope lanata lanata [unknown]
  • Doronicum grande Poir. [unknown]
  • Senecio alciope Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Conyza tomentosa Burm.f. [unknown]
  • Doronicum lanatum Poir. [unknown]

Description

Capelio tomentosa (also called woolly capelio, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, gray-green leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Capelio tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiviral properties. It is also used to treat skin diseases, fever, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Capelio tomentosa is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Capelio tomentosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Capelio tomentosa

Capelio tomentosa is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Capelio tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Capelio tomentosa?

Capelio tomentosa

What is the common name of Capelio tomentosa?

Woolly Capelio

What is the natural habitat of Capelio tomentosa?

Dry, rocky slopes

Species in the Capelio 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-11159: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
Nicolaas Laurens Burman (1733-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burm.f.' in the authors string.