Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
amphothrix
ID:
137069

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) H.Rob. & Brettell

Source:
gcc

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 49 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000136398



Common Names

  • Chrysactinium Amphothrix
  • Amphothrix Chrysactinium
  • Amphothrix's Chrysactinium


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Synonyms

  • Liabum amphothrix S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Chrysactinium amphothrix (also called Two-winged chrysactinium, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, sandy areas, such as desert washes and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysactinium amphothrix is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrysactinium amphothrix has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysactinium amphothrix is a perennial shrub that can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It can be cultivated in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C.

Where to Find Chrysactinium amphothrix

Chrysactinium amphothrix is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Chrysactinium amphothrix FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysactinium amphothrix?

Chrysactinium amphothrix

What is the common name of Chrysactinium amphothrix?

Amphothrix Chrysactinium

Where does Chrysactinium amphothrix grow?

It is native to Chile and Argentina

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-97112: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Robert D. Brettell (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brettell' in the authors string.
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.