Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
americanum
ID:
34668

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vatke

Source:
gcc

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Abh. Naturwiss. Vereins Bremen 9: 122. 1885 [May 1885]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000033997



Common Names

  • American chrysanthemum
  • American feverfew
  • American feverfew chrysanthemum


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Description

Chrysanthellum americanum (also called 'American chrysanthellum', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has deeply lobed leaves and produces yellow flowers. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysanthellum americanum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysanthellum americanum is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysanthellum americanum is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division of the clumps should be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Chrysanthellum americanum

Chrysanthellum americanum can be found in moist woods and thickets in the southeastern United States.

Chrysanthellum americanum FAQ

What type of plant is Chrysanthellum americanum?

Chrysanthellum americanum is an annual herb.

Where does Chrysanthellum americanum grow?

Chrysanthellum americanum grows in dry, sandy soils in the Mediterranean region.

What is the scientific name for Chrysanthellum americanum?

The scientific name for Chrysanthellum americanum is Chrysanthellum americanum.

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-132866: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.