Status:
valid
Authors:
Burkart
Source:
gcc
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 6: 551 (1944)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000012082
Common Names
- Chaptalia
- Mandon's Fleabane
- Mandon's Daisy
Description
Chaptalia mandonii (also called 'Mandon's Chaptalia', 'Mandon's Groundsel', and 'Mandon's Senecio', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It has small, white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It prefers rocky soils and is often found in mountain meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Chaptalia mandonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chaptalia mandonii has white flowers with yellow centers and a diameter of 1.5 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chaptalia mandonii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized occasionally with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Chaptalia mandonii
Chaptalia mandonii is native to Mexico and can be found in grasslands and scrublands.
Chaptalia mandonii FAQ
What are the growth requirements of Chaptalia mandonii?
Chaptalia mandonii is a hardy plant that prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. It can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and light levels, but it does require protection from strong winds.
What are the benefits of Chaptalia mandonii?
Chaptalia mandonii is a great ornamental plant that can be used to add texture and color to a garden. It is also a great air-purifying plant, as it helps to reduce air pollution and improve air quality.
How do I care for Chaptalia mandonii?
To care for Chaptalia mandonii, provide it with well-drained soil, regular watering, and protection from strong winds. It can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and light levels.
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,