Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
asteroides
ID:
18606

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. [A. P. de Candolle] 5: 301. 1836 [1-10 Oct 1836]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017935



Common Names

  • Chaetopappa asteroides
  • Roughseed Chaetopappa
  • Roughseed Aster


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Synonyms

  • Chaetanthera asteroides Nutt. [unknown]
  • Diplostelma radians Raf. [unknown]
  • Distasis asterodes Kuntze [unknown]
  • Chaetopappa asteroides asteroides [unknown]
  • Diplostelma filiformis Raf. [unknown]
  • Diplostelma pumila Raf. [unknown]

Description

Chaetopappa asteroides (also called Aster-leaved Chaetopappa, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the deserts of North America. It is found in dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetopappa asteroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chaetopappa asteroides var. grandis Shinners

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaetopappa asteroides is a small, white flower with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetopappa asteroides is a perennial plant that is best propagated through division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is also tolerant of a range of soil types and pH levels.

Where to Find Chaetopappa asteroides

Chaetopappa asteroides is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes.

Chaetopappa asteroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaetopappa asteroides?

Chaetopappa asteroides

What is the common name of Chaetopappa asteroides?

Asteroides

Where is Chaetopappa asteroides found?

Chaetopappa asteroides is found in the 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-117351: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.