Status:
valid
Authors:
Maguire, Steyerm. & Wurdack
Source:
gcc
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 9: 431 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027295
Common Names
- Chimantaea rupicola
- Rocky Chimantaea
- Rocky Chimanta
Description
Chimantaea rupicola (also called Rock Chimantaea, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to South America and is found in rocky slopes and disturbed areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves with long, narrow, and toothed leaflets. The flower heads are yellow and have a single row of ray florets.
Uses & Benefits
Chimantaea rupicola is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as an herbal remedy for digestive issues, colds, and skin irritations.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chimantaea rupicola is yellow and has a diameter of 2-4 mm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are hairy.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chimantaea rupicola is a slow-growing, perennial succulent that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in containers. It needs to be pruned regularly to keep it from becoming leggy.
Where to Find Chimantaea rupicola
Chimantaea rupicola can be found in the mountains of central and southern Europe.
Chimantaea rupicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chimantaea rupicola?
Chimantaea rupicola
What is the common name of Chimantaea rupicola?
Rock-dwelling Chimantaea
What is the natural habitat of Chimantaea rupicola?
It is found in dry grasslands, scrub and rocky areas.
Species in the Chimantaea genus
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,