Chaenactis alpigena - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpigena
ID:
11685
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sharsm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Contr. Dudley Herb. 4: [319], tab. 12 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011014
Common Names
- Chaenactis Alpigena
- Alpine Chaenactis
- Alpigena Chaenactis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chaenactis alpigena (also called 'alpine chaenactis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white flowers and hairy leaves. It is native to the Rocky Mountains of North America and is found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Chaenactis alpigena is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chaenactis alpigena is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chaenactis alpigena is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division.
Where to Find Chaenactis alpigena
Chaenactis alpigena is native to the western United States and Canada.
Chaenactis alpigena FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chaenactis alpigena?
Chaenactis alpigena
What is the common name of Chaenactis alpigena?
Alpine Chaenactis
What is the natural habitat of Chaenactis alpigena?
It is found in the alpine regions of North America.
Species in the Chaenactis genus
Chaenactis nevadensis, Chaenactis santolinoides, Chaenactis thompsonii, Chaenactis carphoclinia, Chaenactis fremontii, Chaenactis macrantha, Chaenactis cusickii, Chaenactis alpigena, Chaenactis glabriuscula, Chaenactis parishii, Chaenactis douglasii, Chaenactis lacera, Chaenactis stevioides, Chaenactis nevii, Chaenactis evermannii, Chaenactis xantiana, Chaenactis suffrutescens, Chaenactis artemisiifolia,
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-110673: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sharsmith (1903-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sharsm.' in the authors string.