Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptophylla
ID:
20102

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 21: 229 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000019431



Common Names

  • Leptophylla Chaptalia
  • Leptophylla Chaptalia Daisy
  • Leptophylla Chaptalia Fleabane


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Description

Chaptalia leptophylla (also called Slender Chaptalia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Andes Mountains of South America and is found in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chaptalia leptophylla is an ornamental plant used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaptalia leptophylla is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaptalia leptophylla is a perennial herb that is native to the Caribbean. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It can also be propagated by dividing the root ball in the spring.

Where to Find Chaptalia leptophylla

Chaptalia leptophylla can be found in the Caribbean, including Cuba, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico.

Chaptalia leptophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaptalia leptophylla?

Chaptalia leptophylla

What is the common name of Chaptalia leptophylla?

Mexican feather duster

Where does Chaptalia leptophylla grow?

It is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

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-118788: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.