Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
vindex
ID:
48544

Status:
valid

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

Source:
gcc

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47: 231 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000047873



Common Names

  • Chromolaena vindex
  • Vindex Chromolaena
  • Vindex Chromolaena


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia vindex Mart. ex Baker [deprecated]
  • Conoclinium vindex Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Eupatorium vindex DC. [unknown]

Description

Chromolaena vindex (also called Vindex Chromolaena, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a single white flower head. It is native to South America and is found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolaena vindex is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chromolaena vindex is a white, small, tubular flower with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolaena vindex is an annual herb that is native to tropical America. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. The plants should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Chromolaena vindex

Chromolaena vindex is native to Central America.

Chromolaena vindex FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolaena vindex?

Chromolaena vindex

What is the common name of Chromolaena vindex?

Purple-flowered thistle

What is the natural habitat of Chromolaena vindex?

Chromolaena vindex is found in open, disturbed areas in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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-146349: 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.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.