Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
glabriuscula
ID:
42648

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cabrera) M.O.Dillon & Sagást.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 48(4): 600 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041977



Common Names

  • Chersodoma
  • Chersodoma Glabriuscula
  • Smooth Chersodoma


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Synonyms

  • Chersodoma diclina glabriuscula Cabrera [unknown]
  • Senecio diclinus glabriusculus Cabrera [unknown]

Description

Chersodoma glabriuscula (also called Smooth Chersodoma, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a silvery-green foliage and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chersodoma glabriuscula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chersodoma glabriuscula has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chersodoma glabriuscula can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divided plants should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Chersodoma glabriuscula

Chersodoma glabriuscula is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and on hillsides.

Chersodoma glabriuscula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chersodoma glabriuscula?

Chersodoma glabriuscula

What type of plant is Chersodoma glabriuscula?

Chersodoma glabriuscula is a herb.

Where is Chersodoma glabriuscula found?

Chersodoma glabriuscula is found in Mexico and Central America.

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

Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
Abundio Sagástegui Alva (1932-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sagást.' in the authors string.
Michael Dillon (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.O.Dillon' in the authors string.