Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
plomoensis
ID:
31630

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Sida 7: 22, fig. 1 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030959



Common Names

  • Chaetopappa plomoensis
  • Plomo Chaetopappa
  • Plomo Chaetopappa


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Description

Chaetopappa plomoensis (also called Plomo Chaetopappa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 2 m. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral. It has white flowers with five petals and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaetopappa plomoensis is a white color and is about 2 cm wide. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are thin and have a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetopappa plomoensis is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed, and it prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can also be propagated by division or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Chaetopappa plomoensis

Chaetopappa plomoensis is native to Mexico and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Chaetopappa plomoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaetopappa plomoensis?

Chaetopappa plomoensis

What is the natural habitat of Chaetopappa plomoensis?

Mountainous regions of South America

What is the flowering period of Chaetopappa plomoensis?

Summer

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-129947: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.