Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
obtusata
ID:
8604

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Ehr.Bayer

Source:
gcc

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 17: 303 (1981): (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000007933

Common Names

  • Chrysocoma
  • Obtusata
  • Chrysocoma Obtusata

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Description

Chrysocoma obtusata (also called Obtuse Chrysocoma, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to California. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysocoma obtusata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysocoma obtusata is yellow and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysocoma obtusata is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Chrysocoma obtusata

Chrysocoma obtusata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and North Africa.

Chrysocoma obtusata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysocoma obtusata?

Chrysocoma obtusata

What is the common name of Chrysocoma obtusata?

Obtusata Chrysocoma

What type of plant is Chrysocoma obtusata?

Herbaceous annual

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-107678: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Ehrentraud Bayer (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehr.Bayer' in the authors string.