Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gleason & S.F.Blake) Maguire, Steyerm. & Wurdack
Source:
gcc
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 9: 429 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005423
Common Names
- Grey Chimantaea
- Grey-leaved Chimantaea
- Grey-flowered Chimantaea
Description
Chimantaea cinerea (also called Grey Chimantaea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in moist soils, such as along streams and in wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Chimantaea cinerea is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat a variety of ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Chimantaea cinerea sub. similis (Maguire, Steyerm. & Wurdack) Pruski & O.Huber
Chimantaea cinerea sub. cinerea
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chimantaea cinerea has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chimantaea cinerea is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Chimantaea cinerea
Chimantaea cinerea is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chihuahua, Durango, and Coahuila.
Chimantaea cinerea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chimantaea cinerea?
Chimantaea cinerea
What is the common name of Chimantaea cinerea?
Cinereous Chimanta
What is the natural habitat of Chimantaea cinerea?
Dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands
Species in the Chimantaea genus
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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,
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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,