Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fallax
ID:
73530

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Bot. Observ. Crit. 1: 195 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072859



Common Names

  • Chaptalia
  • Fallax Sunray
  • False Sunray


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Description

Chaptalia fallax (also called False Chaptalia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has yellow, daisy-like flowers. It is found in open grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chaptalia fallax is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaptalia fallax is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaptalia fallax is a perennial plant native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in the spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in moist soil and kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Chaptalia fallax

Chaptalia fallax can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Chaptalia fallax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaptalia fallax?

Chaptalia fallax

What is the common name of Chaptalia fallax?

False Chaptalia

What is the natural habitat of Chaptalia fallax?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Chaptalia genus

Chaptalia paramensis, Chaptalia hololeuca, Chaptalia ekmanii, Chaptalia denticellata, Chaptalia comptonioides, Chaptalia hermogenis, Chaptalia lyratifolia, Chaptalia rotundifolia, Chaptalia cipoensis, Chaptalia mandonii, Chaptalia dolichopoda, Chaptalia nipensis, Chaptalia isernina, Chaptalia leptophylla, Chaptalia anisobasis, Chaptalia callacallensis, Chaptalia stuebelii, Chaptalia sinuata, Chaptalia integerrima, Chaptalia pumila, Chaptalia hidalgoensis, Chaptalia pringlei, Chaptalia vegaensis, Chaptalia rocana, Chaptalia mornicola, Chaptalia angustata, Chaptalia piloselloides, Chaptalia denticulata, Chaptalia spathulata, Chaptalia transiliens, Chaptalia ignota, Chaptalia fallax, Chaptalia arechavaletae, Chaptalia meridensis, Chaptalia incana, Chaptalia crassiuscula, Chaptalia chapadensis, Chaptalia turquinensis, Chaptalia graminifolia, Chaptalia eggersii, Chaptalia nutans, Chaptalia flavicans, Chaptalia cordifolia, Chaptalia albicans, Chaptalia similis, Chaptalia shaferi, Chaptalia dentata, Chaptalia albicans, Chaptalia cordata, Chaptalia media,

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,