Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
chilensis
ID:
2892

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 19: 70. (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002221



Common Names

  • Chilean Chaetanthera
  • Chilean Featherflower
  • Chilean Plume Flower


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Synonyms

  • Chaetanthera serrata auct.non Ruiz & Pav. [deprecated]
  • Chaetanthera sericea Lag. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Chaetanthera sericea Lag. [unknown]
  • Perdicium chilense Willd. [unknown]
  • Chaetanthera chilensis chilensis [unknown]

Description

Chaetanthera chilensis (also called Chilean Needlebush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Chile and Argentina. It has small, needle-like leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetanthera chilensis is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chaetanthera chilensis var. involucrata (Phil.) Cabrera
Chaetanthera chilensis var. argentea (Phil.) Cabrera
Chaetanthera chilensis var. tenuifolia (D.Don) Cabrera

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaetanthera chilensis has yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetanthera chilensis is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Chaetanthera chilensis

Chaetanthera chilensis is native to South America and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Chaetanthera chilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaetanthera chilensis?

Chaetanthera chilensis

What is the natural habitat of Chaetanthera chilensis?

Chaetanthera chilensis is native to Chile.

What are the uses of Chaetanthera chilensis?

Chaetanthera chilensis is used for medicinal purposes, as a source of food, and as an ornamental plant.

Species in the Chaetanthera genus

Chaetanthera perpusilla, Chaetanthera chilensis, Chaetanthera moenchioides, Chaetanthera kalinae, Chaetanthera renifolia, Chaetanthera brachylepis, Chaetanthera dioica, Chaetanthera serrata, Chaetanthera euphrasioides, Chaetanthera ciliata, Chaetanthera splendens, Chaetanthera minuta, Chaetanthera boliviensis, Chaetanthera valdiviana, Chaetanthera australis, Chaetanthera incana, Chaetanthera flabellifolia, Chaetanthera peruviana, Chaetanthera cochlearifolia, Chaetanthera flabellata, Chaetanthera albiflora, Chaetanthera lanata, Chaetanthera spathulifolia, Chaetanthera acerosa, Chaetanthera linearis, Chaetanthera leptocephala, Chaetanthera chiquianensis, Chaetanthera glandulosa, Chaetanthera glabrata, Chaetanthera limbata, Chaetanthera tenella, Chaetanthera villosa, Chaetanthera elegans, Chaetanthera microphylla, Chaetanthera taltalensis, Chaetanthera depauperata, Chaetanthera frayjorgensis, Chaetanthera pubescens,

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-102134: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.