Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
carphoclinia
ID:
4778

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Rep. U.S. Mex. Bound., Bot. [Emory] 94. 1859

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004107



Common Names

  • Carphoclinia Chaenactis
  • Carphoclinia Chaenactis
  • Carphoclinia Chaenactis


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Synonyms

  • Chaenactis attenuata A.Gray [unknown]
  • Chaenactis carphoclinia carphoclinia [unknown]
  • Chaenactis carphoclinia attenuata M.E.Jones [unknown]

Description

Chaenactis carphoclinia (also called carp-clover chaenactis, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the western United States. It has a single, branching stem and bright yellow flowers. It grows in moist meadows and grasslands at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Chaenactis carphoclinia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat respiratory problems, digestive issues, and skin ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chaenactis carphoclinia var. peirsonii Munz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaenactis carphoclinia is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown achene, with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaenactis carphoclinia is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Chaenactis carphoclinia

Chaenactis carphoclinia is native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Chaenactis carphoclinia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaenactis carphoclinia?

Chaenactis carphoclinia

What type of plant is Chaenactis carphoclinia?

It is an annual herb

Where is Chaenactis carphoclinia found?

It is found in the southwestern 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-103959: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.