Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
pharcidodes
ID:
77407

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20(3): 205 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076736



Common Names

  • Chromolaena
  • Tropical Sneeze Weed
  • Siam Weed


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium pharcidodes pharcidodes [unknown]
  • Eupatorium pharcidodes sororopanense Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium pharcidodes pentanthum S.F.Blake in Gleason & Killip [unknown]
  • Eupatorium pharcidodes B.L.Rob. in Gleason [unknown]

Description

Chromolaena pharcidodes (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1 m in height. It has ovate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Africa and is found in open grasslands, savannas and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena pharcidodes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chromolaena pharcidodes has yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena pharcidodes is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.

Where to Find Chromolaena pharcidodes

Chromolaena pharcidodes can be found in dry grasslands in southern Africa.

Chromolaena pharcidodes FAQ

What are the common uses of Chromolaena pharcidodes?

Chromolaena pharcidodes is commonly used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source.

What is the growth habit of Chromolaena pharcidodes?

Chromolaena pharcidodes is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 3 meters.

What is the optimal temperature for Chromolaena pharcidodes?

Chromolaena pharcidodes prefers warm temperatures between 18-25°C.

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-33381: Based on the initial data import
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.
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.