Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
gcc
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 64: 437, fig (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000101058
Common Names
- Chrysanthellum keilii
- Keil's Chrysanthellum
- Keil's Everlasting
Description
Chrysanthellum keilii (also called Keil's chrysanthellum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia, and it typically grows in meadows, pastures, and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Chrysanthellum keilii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chrysanthellum keilii has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm and a single row of ray florets. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a white midrib.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chrysanthellum keilii is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting medium. Once rooted, the cuttings should be potted up and kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Chrysanthellum keilii
Chrysanthellum keilii is found in the mountains of Central and South America, including parts of Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.
Chrysanthellum keilii FAQ
What are the growth requirements of Chrysanthellum keilii?
Chrysanthellum keilii prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
What are the blooming times of Chrysanthellum keilii?
Chrysanthellum keilii typically blooms in late spring and early summer.
What is the typical size of Chrysanthellum keilii?
Chrysanthellum keilii typically grows to a height of 8-12 inches and a width of 12-18 inches.
Species in the Chrysanthellum genus
Chrysanthellum filiforme,
Chrysanthellum pinnatisectum,
Chrysanthellum americanum,
Chrysanthellum integrifolium,
Chrysanthellum pilzii,
Chrysanthellum indicum,
Chrysanthellum michoacanum,
Chrysanthellum involutum,
Chrysanthellum perennans,
Chrysanthellum tamaulipense,
Chrysanthellum pusillum,
Chrysanthellum keilii,
Chrysanthellum fagerlindii,
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,