Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 354 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023117
Common Names
- Oblong-Leaved Chrysocoma
- Oblong-Leaved Goldilocks
- Oblong-Leaved Goldilocks Daisy
Synonyms
- Chrysocoma ciliata E.Mey. [deprecated]
- Chrysocoma ciliata E.Mey. ex DC. [unknown]
Description
Chrysocoma oblongifolia (also called Oblong-leafed Goldenbush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and oblong leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Chrysocoma oblongifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant, and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chrysocoma oblongifolia has yellow flowers with four petals and a center of yellow disc florets. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chrysocoma oblongifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Chrysocoma oblongifolia
Chrysocoma oblongifolia can be found in South Africa, growing in dry grasslands and rocky areas.
Chrysocoma oblongifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrysocoma oblongifolia?
Chrysocoma oblongifolia
What type of plant is Chrysocoma oblongifolia?
Chrysocoma oblongifolia is a species of flowering plant.
Where is Chrysocoma oblongifolia found?
Chrysocoma oblongifolia is found in the Mediterranean region.
What is the growth habit of Chrysocoma oblongifolia?
Chrysocoma oblongifolia is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with oblong leaves.
What color are the flowers of Chrysocoma oblongifolia?
The flowers of Chrysocoma oblongifolia are yellow.
Species in the Chrysocoma genus
Chrysocoma obtusata,
Chrysocoma tridentata,
Chrysocoma sparsifolia,
Chrysocoma candelabrum,
Chrysocoma oblongifolia,
Chrysocoma microphylla,
Chrysocoma longifolia,
Chrysocoma puberula,
Chrysocoma ovata,
Chrysocoma strigosa,
Chrysocoma ciliata,
Chrysocoma cernua,
Chrysocoma flava,
Chrysocoma hantamensis,
Chrysocoma acicularis,
Chrysocoma decurrens,
Chrysocoma schlechteri,
Chrysocoma mozambicensis,
Chrysocoma rigidula,
Chrysocoma esterhuyseniae,
Chrysocoma tomentosa,
Chrysocoma valida,
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,