Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
serrata
ID:
21619

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. Fl. Peruv. Chil. 1: 191 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020948



Common Names

  • Chaetanthera serrata
  • Serrated Chaetanthera
  • Serrata Chaetanthera


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Synonyms

  • Chaetanthera humilis Phil. [unknown]
  • Chaetanthera serrata serrata [unknown]
  • Chaetanthera serrata humilis Reiche [unknown]
  • Proselia serrata D.Don [unknown]

Description

Chaetanthera serrata (also called Serrate Chaetanthera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region of Europe. It has an erect stem, reaching up to 1 meter in height, with alternate, lanceolate leaves. It grows in open, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, pastures, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetanthera serrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and the leaves can be used to make tea. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaetanthera serrata is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetanthera serrata is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be used, but they require a period of cold stratification before they will germinate.

Where to Find Chaetanthera serrata

Chaetanthera serrata is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Chaetanthera serrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaetanthera serrata?

Chaetanthera serrata

What is the common name of Chaetanthera serrata?

Serrata

What is the family of Chaetanthera serrata?

Asteraceae

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-120258: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.