Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
peduncularis
ID:
139780

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. 298, t. 62 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139109



Common Names

  • Peduncled Chaetymenia
  • Pedunculate Chaetymenia
  • Pedunculate Chaetomenia


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Synonyms

  • Jaumea peduncularis Benth. & Hook.f. ex Oliv. [unknown]
  • Kleinia peduncularis Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Chaetymenia peduncularis (also called Peduncular Chaetymenia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetymenia peduncularis is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaetymenia peduncularis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetymenia peduncularis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or in a sunny spot in the garden. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain their vigor.

Where to Find Chaetymenia peduncularis

Chaetymenia peduncularis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Chaetymenia peduncularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaetymenia peduncularis?

Chaetymenia peduncularis

What type of plant is Chaetymenia peduncularis?

Annual herb

Where is Chaetymenia peduncularis found?

South America

Species in the Chaetymenia genus

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-9972: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.