Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
57184

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 1: 240 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000056513



Common Names

  • Chresta Speciosa
  • Speciosa Chresta
  • Chresta


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Synonyms

  • Eremanthus harmsianus Taub. [unknown]
  • Glaziovianthus speciosus (Gardner) MacLeish [unknown]
  • Eremanthus speciosus Baker [unknown]

Description

Chresta speciosa (also called 'Showy Chresta', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a simple stem with a few leaves, and its flowers are yellow and white. It grows in dry meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Chresta speciosa is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive yellow flowers and is known for its drought tolerance and ability to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chresta speciosa has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chresta speciosa is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist until germination occurs. For division, dig up the plant and divide the clumps into smaller sections. Plant the sections in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Chresta speciosa

Chresta speciosa is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as the Great Basin.

Chresta speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chresta speciosa?

Chresta speciosa

What is the family of Chresta speciosa?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Chresta speciosa?

Showy Ironweed

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-155179: Based on the initial data import
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.