Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
linearis
ID:
118541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. ex Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 112 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117870



Common Names

  • Linearis Chaetanthera
  • Chaetanthera Linearis
  • Linearis Bristle-fruited


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Description

Chaetanthera linearis (also called Slender-leaved Chaetanthera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, scrublands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetanthera linearis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food and for its ability to attract beneficial insects.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chaetanthera linearis var. taltalensis I.M.Johnst.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaetanthera linearis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white center. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetanthera linearis is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in dry areas. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Chaetanthera linearis

Chaetanthera linearis is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, scrub, and grasslands.

Chaetanthera linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaetanthera linearis?

Chaetanthera linearis

What is the common name of Chaetanthera linearis?

Linear-leaved Chaetanthera

What is the natural habitat of Chaetanthera linearis?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-79218: Based on the initial data import
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.