Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
webbianus
ID:
24358

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) Holub

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Preslia 46(3): 228 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023687



Common Names

  • Webb's Cheirolophus
  • Webb's Daisy
  • Webb's Aster


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Synonyms

  • Centaurea webbiana Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Ptosimopappus webbianus Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Cheirolophus webbianus (also called Webb's Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sunny and dry habitats, such as grasslands, rocky slopes, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cheirolophus webbianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food additive in some dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cheirolophus webbianus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cheirolophus webbianus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process and may take up to two years for the plants to reach maturity.

Where to Find Cheirolophus webbianus

Cheirolophus webbianus is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Cheirolophus webbianus FAQ

What type of plant is Cheirolophus webbianus?

Cheirolophus webbianus is a perennial herbaceous plant.

What is the scientific classification of Cheirolophus webbianus?

Cheirolophus webbianus belongs to the family Asteraceae, genus Cheirolophus, and species webbianus.

What is the natural habitat of Cheirolophus webbianus?

Cheirolophus webbianus is native to the Canary Islands.

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-122883: Based on the initial data import
Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.