Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scapigera
ID:
42097

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 1: 241 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041426



Common Names

  • Chresta scapigera
  • Stemless Chresta
  • Stemless Daisy
  • Chresta


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Description

Chresta scapigera (also called Stemless Chresta, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has small, yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas and can be found in the meadows of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Uses & Benefits

Chresta scapigera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chresta scapigera has small, white flowers that form a cluster. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chresta scapigera is a perennial herb that is native to East Asia. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny spot with moist soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Chresta scapigera

Chresta scapigera is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Chresta scapigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chresta scapigera?

Chresta scapigera

What is the common name of Chresta scapigera?

Stalked Chresta

What is the habitat of Chresta scapigera?

It is found in open woods, meadows, and roadsides

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-140060: Based on the initial data import
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.