Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pulchella
ID:
67070

Status:
valid

Authors:
Shinners

Source:
gcc

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 1: 79 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000066399



Common Names

  • Chaetopappa pulchella
  • Pretty Chaetopappa
  • Pretty Chaetopappus


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Description

Chaetopappa pulchella (also called Pretty Chaetopappa, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetopappa pulchella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat stomach aches and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaetopappa pulchella has white flowers with five petals that are arranged in a star-shaped pattern. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetopappa pulchella is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water once established. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Chaetopappa pulchella

Chaetopappa pulchella is found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Chaetopappa pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaetopappa pulchella?

Chaetopappa pulchella

What is the family of Chaetopappa pulchella?

Asteraceae

Where is Chaetopappa pulchella found?

Chaetopappa pulchella is found in the Mediterranean region

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,

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