Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
modesta
ID:
130047

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burkart

Source:
gcc

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Physis (Buenos Aires) 11: 100, fig. 1 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129376



Common Names

  • Chaptalia Modesta
  • Modesta Chaptalia
  • Chaptalia


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Description

Chaptalia modesta (also called Modest Chaptalia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chaptalia modesta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaptalia modesta has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are hairy and grayish-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaptalia modesta is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Chaptalia modesta

Chaptalia modesta is native to the southwestern United States. It can be found in the wild in Arizona, California, New Mexico, and Texas.

Chaptalia modesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaptalia modesta?

Chaptalia modesta

What type of plant is Chaptalia modesta?

It is an annual herb

Where does Chaptalia modesta grow?

It grows in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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-90309: Based on the initial data import
Arturo Burkart (1906-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkart' in the authors string.