Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malcabalensis
ID:
117805

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Ciencia (Mexico) 24: 123 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000117134



Common Names

  • Chaptalia malcabalensis
  • Malcabal Sunray
  • Malcabal Rayflower


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Description

Chaptalia malcabalensis (also called 'Malcabal Chaptalia', among many other common names) is an annual herb with white flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in open, disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chaptalia malcabalensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaptalia malcabalensis is a small white flower with five petals and yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaptalia malcabalensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done through division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Chaptalia malcabalensis

Chaptalia malcabalensis is native to Mexico.

Chaptalia malcabalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaptalia malcabalensis?

Chaptalia malcabalensis

What is the common name of Chaptalia malcabalensis?

Malcabalensis

What is the typical habitat of Chaptalia malcabalensis?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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-78504: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.