Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
effusa
ID:
10724

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Shinners

Source:
gcc

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 1: 68 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010053



Common Names

  • Effusa
  • Chaetopappa effusa
  • Spreading chaetopappa


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Synonyms

  • Bourdonia effusa Greene [unknown]
  • Keerlia effusa A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Chaetopappa effusa (also called Spreading Chaetopappa, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, oblong leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetopappa effusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chaetopappa effusa are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetopappa effusa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It prefers moist soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is not very frost tolerant and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Chaetopappa effusa

Chaetopappa effusa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky areas.

Chaetopappa effusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaetopappa effusa?

Chaetopappa effusa

What is the common name of Chaetopappa effusa?

Spreading Chaetopappa

What type of plant is Chaetopappa effusa?

Herbaceous perennial

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-109735: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Lloyd Herbert Shinners (1918-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shinners' in the authors string.