Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
squarroso-ramosa
ID:
81025

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20(3): 206 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080354



Common Names

  • Chromolaena
  • Squarroso-ramosa
  • Tropical Senna


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Synonyms

  • Eupatorium oyadense Hieron. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium oyadense oyadense [unknown]
  • Eupatorium squarroso-ramosum squarroso-ramosum [unknown]
  • Eupatorium squarroso-ramosum squarroso-ramosum [unknown]
  • Eupatorium oyadense paraguayensis Hieron. [unknown]
  • Chromolaena oyadensis (Hieron.) R.M.King & H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium squarrulosum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium squarroso-ramosum Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Chromolaena squarroso-ramosa (also called Scentless False Chamomile, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in open woods, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena squarroso-ramosa is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as a dye for fabrics, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chromolaena squarroso-ramosa has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery coating. The seedlings are thin and wiry, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena squarroso-ramosa is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or greenhouse. Division can be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Chromolaena squarroso-ramosa

Chromolaena squarroso-ramosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Chromolaena squarroso-ramosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena squarroso-ramosa?

Chromolaena squarroso-ramosa

What is the natural habitat of Chromolaena squarroso-ramosa?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

What is the average height of Chromolaena squarroso-ramosa?

It typically grows to a height of 1–2 m (3.3–6.6 ft).

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-36922: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' 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.