Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
madrensis
ID:
1253709

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 78: 158 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253047



Common Names

  • Chaptalia Madrensis
  • Madren Chaptalia
  • Madren Flower


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Description

Chaptalia madrensis (also called Madrean Chaptalia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in disturbed areas and can reach up to 1 meter in height.

Uses & Benefits

Chaptalia madrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaptalia madrensis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaptalia madrensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can be trained to climb a trellis or wall.

Where to Find Chaptalia madrensis

Chaptalia madrensis can be found in South America, particularly in Peru and Ecuador.

Chaptalia madrensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaptalia madrensis?

Chaptalia madrensis

What is the common name of Chaptalia madrensis?

Madrean Chaptalia

What is the habitat of Chaptalia madrensis?

It is found in dry, rocky areas such as cliffs and hillsides

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

IPNI record: 306216-2: Originally associated with wfo-0000134868
The Plant List version 1.0, record: gcc-95636: Originally associated with wfo-0000134868
The Plant List version 1.1, record: gcc-95636: Originally associated with wfo-0000134868
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:306216-2: Based on the initial data import