Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
wheeleri
ID:
27682

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray ex S.Watson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Amer. Naturalist 7: 301 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027011



Common Names

  • Wheeleri Chaetadelpha
  • Chaetadelpha Wheeleri
  • Chaetadelpha Wheeleri


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Description

Chaetadelpha wheeleri (also called Wheeler's spineflower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southwestern United States. It grows to a height of up to 1.5 m, with a dense, rounded habit. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as hillsides, canyons, and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetadelpha wheeleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin infections and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaetadelpha wheeleri is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetadelpha wheeleri is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 1 metre. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagate from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Chaetadelpha wheeleri

Chaetadelpha wheeleri is native to Chile and can be found in the wild in grasslands and open woodlands.

Chaetadelpha wheeleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaetadelpha wheeleri?

Chaetadelpha wheeleri

What are the common uses of Chaetadelpha wheeleri?

Chaetadelpha wheeleri is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

What is the natural habitat of Chaetadelpha wheeleri?

Chaetadelpha wheeleri is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Species in the Chaetadelpha 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,

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:53945-2: Based on the initial data import