Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cylindrocephala
ID:
44991

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47: 230 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044320



Common Names

  • Tropical Sesbania
  • White Crownbeard
  • Crownbeard


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium cylindrocephalum Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]

Description

Chromolaena cylindrocephala (also called Siam Weed, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides, pastures, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena cylindrocephala is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chromolaena cylindrocephala has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and white stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena cylindrocephala is an evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Chromolaena cylindrocephala

Chromolaena cylindrocephala is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Chromolaena cylindrocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena cylindrocephala?

Chromolaena cylindrocephala

What is the common name of Chromolaena cylindrocephala?

Cylindrical chromolaena

What is the natural habitat of Chromolaena cylindrocephala?

Dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands

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-142870: 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.