Status:
valid
Authors:
Greenm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 40: 34 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011590
Common Names
- Carphochaete schaffneri
- Schaffner's Carphochaete
- Schaffner's Bur-Ragweed
Description
Carphochaete schaffneri (also called Schaffner's Carphochaete, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Carphochaete schaffneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Carphochaete schaffneri has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Carphochaete schaffneri is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer, while cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Carphochaete schaffneri
Carphochaete schaffneri is native to Mexico and is found in dry, open areas.
Carphochaete schaffneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carphochaete schaffneri?
Carphochaete schaffneri
What type of plant is Carphochaete schaffneri?
Carphochaete schaffneri is a shrub
Where is Carphochaete schaffneri found?
Carphochaete schaffneri is found in South America
Species in the Carphochaete 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,