Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turquinensis
ID:
82194

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi & O.Muñiz

Source:
gcc

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung. 17: 35, fig. 16 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081523



Common Names

  • Chaptalia turquinensis
  • Turquino Chaptalia
  • Turquino False Nettle


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Description

Chaptalia turquinensis (also called Turquoise Chaptalia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a branched stem. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and serrate. It grows in disturbed areas, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Chaptalia turquinensis, commonly known as the Turquoise Chaptalia, is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaptalia turquinensis is a small yellow disc flower, with a single yellow disc floret in the center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaptalia turquinensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Chaptalia turquinensis

Chaptalia turquinensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and North Africa, and can be found in dry, open areas.

Chaptalia turquinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaptalia turquinensis?

Chaptalia turquinensis

Where is Chaptalia turquinensis found?

Chaptalia turquinensis is found in the Mediterranean region.

What is the habitat of Chaptalia turquinensis?

Chaptalia turquinensis is found in rocky and sandy soils, as well as in 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-38070: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Onaney Muñiz Gutiérrez (1937-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Muñiz' in the authors string.