Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
cernua
ID:
82232

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 840 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000081561

Common Names

  • Cernua
  • Cernua Daisy
  • Cernua Chrysanthemum

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Synonyms

  • Chrysocoma coma-aurea coma-aurea [unknown]
  • Crinita linearifolia Moench [unknown]
  • Chrysocoma coma-aurea cernua (L.) DC. [unknown]
  • Chrysocoma coma-aurea patula DC. [unknown]
  • Chrysocoma coma-aurea L. [unknown]
  • Chrysocoma aurea Salisb. [unknown]
  • Erigeron coma-aurea Sch.Bip. [unknown]

Description

Chrysocoma cernua (also called Drooping Goldenrod, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Europe and is found in meadows, pastures, and open woodlands. It has lanceolate leaves and yellow flower heads.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysocoma cernua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrysocoma cernua has small, yellow-green flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with a single stem and a few small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysocoma cernua is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or divisions of the root system. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. The cuttings should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until they have established roots. Division of the root system can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until they have established roots.

Where to Find Chrysocoma cernua

Chrysocoma cernua is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the countries of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Chrysocoma cernua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysocoma cernua?

Chrysocoma cernua

Where is Chrysocoma cernua found?

Chrysocoma cernua is found in the Mediterranean region.

What is the habitat of Chrysocoma cernua?

Chrysocoma cernua is found in rocky and sandy soils, as well as in disturbed areas.

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,

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