Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
squarrulosa
ID:
128415

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. & Arn.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20: 206. 1970

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000127744



Common Names

  • Chromolaena squarrulosa
  • Squarrulosa Chromolaena
  • Chromolaena


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Synonyms

  • Osmia liatridea Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium congestum congestum [unknown]
  • Eupatorium liatrideum liatrideum [unknown]
  • Eupatorium liatrideum subcanum DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium liatrideum DC. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium squarrulosum Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Eupatorium caaguazuense nervosum Chodat [unknown]
  • Eupatorium ascendens parcisetosum B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Chromolaena squarrulosa (also called Siam Weed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, grasslands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena squarrulosa is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used to attract pollinators to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chromolaena squarrulosa is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena squarrulosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Chromolaena squarrulosa

Chromolaena squarrulosa is native to the mountains of Mexico and Guatemala. It can be found in grasslands and meadows at elevations of 1500-2500 m.

Chromolaena squarrulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena squarrulosa?

Chromolaena squarrulosa

What is the common name of Chromolaena squarrulosa?

Squarrose chromolaena

What type of plant is Chromolaena squarrulosa?

Herbaceous perennial

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-88738: 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.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.