Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
odoratissimus
ID:
54559

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.F.Gmel.) H.J.-C.Hebert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 70: 483 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000053888



Common Names

  • Vanilla Plant
  • Fragrant Carphephorus
  • Sweet Everlasting


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Synonyms

  • Trilisa odoratissima (J.F.Gmel.) Cass. [unknown]
  • Liatris odoratissima (J.F.Gmel.) Willd. [unknown]
  • Liatris odoratissima (J.F.Gmel.) Michx. [deprecated]
  • Liatris amplexicaulis Raf. [unknown]
  • Carphephorus odoratissimus odoratissimus [unknown]
  • Eupatorium glastifolium Bertol. [unknown]
  • Anonymos odoratissima Walter [unknown]
  • Chrysocoma odoratissima Raeusch. [unknown]
  • Chrysocoma odoratissima J.F.Gmel. [unknown]

Description

Carphephorus odoratissimus (also called Fragrant Carphephorus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry forests and open fields.

Uses & Benefits

Carphephorus odoratissimus is a flowering plant that is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It is known for its sweet-smelling flowers and its ability to attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues and skin conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carphephorus odoratissimus var. subtropicanus (DeLaney, N.Bissett & Weidenh.) Wunderlin & B.F.Hansen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carphephorus odoratissimus has white flowers with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet with a white pappus. The seedlings are hairy and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carphephorus odoratissimus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Cultivation should be done in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant regularly and to apply a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Carphephorus odoratissimus

Carphephorus odoratissimus is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in moist, sandy soils in open, sunny areas.

Carphephorus odoratissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carphephorus odoratissimus?

Carphephorus odoratissimus

What is the family of Carphephorus odoratissimus?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Carphephorus odoratissimus?

Dry, sandy, or rocky soils

What is the flowering period of Carphephorus odoratissimus?

April to May

What is the distribution of Carphephorus odoratissimus?

Eastern United States

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-152474: Based on the initial data import
Johann Friedrich Gmelin (1748-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Gmel.' in the authors string.
H.J.-C. Hebert: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.-C.Hebert' in the authors string.