Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
acerosa
ID:
38601

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 51: 524 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037930



Common Names

  • Acerose Chrysactinia
  • Chrysactinia
  • Acerose Chrysactinia


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Description

Chrysactinia acerosa (also called 'Acerose Chrysactinia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves that are oblong-lanceolate in shape and have a silvery-green color. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysactinia acerosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysactinia acerosa is white or pink in color, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysactinia acerosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Chrysactinia acerosa

Chrysactinia acerosa is native to Mexico and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Chrysactinia acerosa FAQ

What are the common names of Chrysactinia acerosa?

Chrysactinia acerosa is commonly known as acerose chrysactinia.

What is the natural habitat of Chrysactinia acerosa?

Chrysactinia acerosa is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky areas.

What are the medicinal uses of Chrysactinia acerosa?

Chrysactinia acerosa has been used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

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-136676: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.