Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
corymbosus
ID:
123172

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 2(1): 67 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122501



Common Names

  • Corymbose Carphephorus
  • Carphephorus corymbosus
  • Corymbose Carphephorus Grass


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Synonyms

  • Liatris corymbosa Nutt. [unknown]

Description

Carphephorus corymbosus (also called Carphephorus corymbosus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is an annual herb with small white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in open, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Carphephorus corymbosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory problems and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carphephorus corymbosus is yellow and has a white center. The seed is small and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carphephorus corymbosus is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds or by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position in the garden, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Carphephorus corymbosus

Carphephorus corymbosus is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Carphephorus corymbosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carphephorus corymbosus?

Carphephorus corymbosus

What is the common name of Carphephorus corymbosus?

Corymbose Carphephorus

Where is Carphephorus corymbosus found?

Carphephorus corymbosus is found in Florida, USA.

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-83668: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.