Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
43831

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 40 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043160



Common Names

  • Heterophylla Chromolepis
  • Heterophylla Daisy
  • Heterophylla Aster


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Synonyms

  • Chromolepis heterophylla heterophylla [unknown]
  • Leptosyne pinnata integrifolia Greenm. [unknown]
  • Chromolepis heterophylla integrifolia S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Chromolepis heterophylla (also called Chromolepis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval leaves and produces white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolepis heterophylla is used in traditional medicine for treating stomach ache, fever, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chromolepis heterophylla has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolepis heterophylla is a perennial plant that prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer, while cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Chromolepis heterophylla

Chromolepis heterophylla is native to Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and meadows.

Chromolepis heterophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chromolepis heterophylla?

Chromolepis heterophylla

What is the common name of Chromolepis heterophylla?

Variegated chromolepis

What is the natural habitat of Chromolepis heterophylla?

Chromolepis heterophylla is native to the Mediterranean and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Species in the Chromolepis genus

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-141748: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.