Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
trifurcatum
ID:
20892

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desf.) B.H.Wilcox, K.Bremer & Humphries

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bull. Nat. Hist. Mus. (London), Bot. 23(2): 143 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020221



Common Names

  • Chrysanthoglossum trifurcatum
  • Three-lobed Chrysanthoglossum
  • Three-lobed Glossy-leaved Chrysanthoglossum


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Description

Chrysanthoglossum trifurcatum (also called Three-lobed Chrysanthoglossum, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysanthoglossum trifurcatum is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrysanthoglossum trifurcatum has small, white flowers that are clustered in heads. The seeds are small, black and glossy, and the seedlings have lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysanthoglossum trifurcatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed, but it takes a long time to germinate and the plants are slow to establish.

Where to Find Chrysanthoglossum trifurcatum

Chrysanthoglossum trifurcatum can be found in the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Azores.

Chrysanthoglossum trifurcatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysanthoglossum trifurcatum?

Chrysanthoglossum trifurcatum

What type of plant is Chrysanthoglossum trifurcatum?

Herb

What is the common name of Chrysanthoglossum trifurcatum?

Three-lobed Chrysanthoglossum

Species in the Chrysanthoglossum 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-119552: Based on the initial data import
Chris Humphries (1947-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humphries' in the authors string.
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.
Kåre Bremer (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Bremer' in the authors string.
Balafama Helen Wilcox (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.H.Wilcox' in the authors string.