Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
graminifolia
ID:
86674

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dusén) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ilustr. Catarin. 1(Compositae tribe Mutisieae) (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086003



Common Names

  • Grass Chaptalia
  • Grass-Leaved Chaptalia
  • Chaptalia Graminifolia


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Description

Chaptalia graminifolia (also called Grass-Leaved Chaptalia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers, and grows in dry, open areas, such as roadsides and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chaptalia graminifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaptalia graminifolia is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender, with a single, unbranched stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaptalia graminifolia is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Chaptalia graminifolia

Chaptalia graminifolia is native to South America and can be found in areas with dry, sunny climates. It is commonly found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Chaptalia graminifolia FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Chaptalia graminifolia?

Chaptalia graminifolia prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.

What is the best way to propagate Chaptalia graminifolia?

Chaptalia graminifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

How often should Chaptalia graminifolia be watered?

Chaptalia graminifolia should be watered regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-42392: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Per Karl Hjalmar Dusén (1855-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dusén' in the authors string.