Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Gray) G.L.Nesom
Source:
gcc
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 64L 449 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000058885
Common Names
- Chaetopappa imberbis
- Imberbis Chaetopappa
- Smooth Chaetopappa
Synonyms
- Chaetopappa asteroides imberbis A.Gray [unknown]
Description
Chaetopappa imberbis (also called Hairless Chaetopappa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, and has small, yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Chaetopappa imberbis is a popular ornamental plant that is used for landscaping and to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also known to have medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chaetopappa imberbis is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, slender stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chaetopappa imberbis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It can be propagated by division of the root ball or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.
Where to Find Chaetopappa imberbis
Chaetopappa imberbis is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Chaetopappa imberbis FAQ
What type of plant is Chaetopappa imberbis?
Chaetopappa imberbis is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family.
What is the natural habitat of Chaetopappa imberbis?
Chaetopappa imberbis is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
What are the characteristics of Chaetopappa imberbis?
Chaetopappa imberbis is a perennial herb with a single stem that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves.
Species in the Chaetopappa genus
Chaetopappa effusa,
Chaetopappa parryi,
Chaetopappa keerlioides,
Chaetopappa bellidifolia,
Chaetopappa asteroides,
Chaetopappa plomoensis,
Chaetopappa hersheyi,
Chaetopappa imberbis,
Chaetopappa bellioides,
Chaetopappa pulchella,
Chaetopappa ericoides,
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,