Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 12: 183 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009472
Common Names
- Chersodoma
- Juanisern's Daisy
- Juanisernii
Synonyms
- Senecio isernii Cuatrec. [unknown]
- Senecio juanisernii Cuatrec. [unknown]
Description
Chersodoma juanisernii (also called 'Juanisern's chersodoma', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Chersodoma juanisernii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures. The plant has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, which can help to reduce inflammation and heal wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chersodoma juanisernii has small, yellow flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chersodoma juanisernii is a perennial herb native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or spring and should be kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Chersodoma juanisernii
Chersodoma juanisernii can be found in South America, including Chile, Argentina, and Peru.
Chersodoma juanisernii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chersodoma juanisernii?
Chersodoma juanisernii
What is the common name of Chersodoma juanisernii?
Juanisern's Chersodoma
What is the natural habitat of Chersodoma juanisernii?
Open grasslands and steppes
Species in the Chersodoma genus
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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,