Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
humilis
ID:
135157

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire, Steyerm. & Wurdack

Source:
gcc

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 9: 432 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134486



Common Names

  • Humilis Chimantaea
  • Humilis False Buttonweed
  • Humilis Buttonweed


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Description

Chimantaea humilis (also called Humble Chimantaea, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry, disturbed areas. It has small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Chimantaea humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chimantaea humilis is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chimantaea humilis is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.

Where to Find Chimantaea humilis

Chimantaea humilis is native to South America. It can be found in open areas, such as grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed habitats.

Chimantaea humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chimantaea humilis?

Chimantaea humilis

What is the common name of Chimantaea humilis?

Humile Chimantaea

What is the natural habitat of Chimantaea humilis?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

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-95270: Based on the initial data import
John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.