Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
christieana
ID:
115018

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20(3): 200 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000114347



Common Names

  • Chromolaena Christieana
  • Christie's Siamweed
  • Christie's Chromolaena


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium christieanum christieanum [unknown]
  • Eupatorium laevigatulum B.L.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium christieanum Baker [unknown]

Description

Chromolaena christieana (also called Christie's chromolaena, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean. It has a thick, woody stem and lanceolate leaves with a serrated margin. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena christieana is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties, and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chromolaena christieana is a small, white, daisy-like flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena christieana is a hardy, evergreen shrub that prefers well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and should be kept moist until they are rooted. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Chromolaena christieana

Chromolaena christieana is native to the Caribbean and can be found in Cuba, Jamaica, and Haiti.

Chromolaena christieana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena christieana?

Chromolaena christieana

What type of plant is Chromolaena christieana?

A flowering plant

Where is Chromolaena christieana native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Chromolaena genus

Chromolaena larensis, Chromolaena squalida, Chromolaena collina, Chromolaena heteroclinia, Chromolaena santanensis, Chromolaena trujillensis, Chromolaena mallota, Chromolaena maximilianii, Chromolaena anachoretica, Chromolaena elliptica, Chromolaena myriocephala, Chromolaena arrayana, Chromolaena pseudinsignis, Chromolaena oxylepis, Chromolaena geranifolia, Chromolaena mucronata, Chromolaena corymbosa, Chromolaena horminoides, Chromolaena callilepis, Chromolaena bullata, Chromolaena chrysosticta, Chromolaena campestris, Chromolaena porphyrolepis, Chromolaena tamaulipasensis, Chromolaena pellia, Chromolaena sagittata, Chromolaena impetiolaris, Chromolaena kleinii, Chromolaena arnottiana, Chromolaena xestolepis, Chromolaena caldensis, Chromolaena bigelovii, Chromolaena breedlovei, Chromolaena picta, Chromolaena tunariensis, Chromolaena ossaeana, Chromolaena integrifolia, Chromolaena hookeriana, Chromolaena bathyphlebia, Chromolaena lucayana, Chromolaena herzogii, Chromolaena bahamensis, Chromolaena roseorum, Chromolaena macrantha, Chromolaena moritziana, Chromolaena steyermarkiana, Chromolaena xestolepidoides, Chromolaena pedunculosa, Chromolaena ponsiae, Chromolaena orbignyana,

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-75848: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.