Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
macrocephalus
ID:
92011

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Moris) Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 19: 325 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091340



Common Names

  • Macrocephalus
  • Chamaeleon macrocephalus
  • Chamaeleon


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Description

Chamaeleon macrocephalus (also called large-headed chamaeleon, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender stem and small, narrow leaves. It is native to the western United States and Mexico and is found in dry, open areas such as deserts and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaeleon macrocephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a food source for livestock, as well as for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chamaeleon macrocephalus sub. macrocephalus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaeleon macrocephalus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaeleon macrocephalus is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a seed tray filled with a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late summer or early fall and rooted in a potting mix.

Where to Find Chamaeleon macrocephalus

Chamaeleon macrocephalus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

Chamaeleon macrocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaeleon macrocephalus?

Chamaeleon macrocephalus

What is the common name of Chamaeleon macrocephalus?

Large-headed Chamaeleon

What is the natural habitat of Chamaeleon macrocephalus?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the mountains of California, Nevada, and Utah

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

Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Giuseppe Giacinto Moris (1796-1869): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moris' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:192417-1: Based on the initial data import