Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1767
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 12 2: 539 (1767)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131546
Common Names
- Woolly Chrysocoma
- Woolly-Leaved Chrysocoma
- Woolly-Stemmed Chrysocoma
Description
Chrysocoma tomentosa (also called Woolly Chrysocoma, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 40 cm tall and has yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Chrysocoma tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in dry areas. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chrysocoma tomentosa has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. Its seeds are small, black and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are hairy and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chrysocoma tomentosa is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed. Plant the seeds in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Divide the clumps in spring or autumn to propagate.
Where to Find Chrysocoma tomentosa
Chrysocoma tomentosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Chrysocoma tomentosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrysocoma tomentosa?
Chrysocoma tomentosa
What is the common name of Chrysocoma tomentosa?
Woolly chrysocoma
What is the natural habitat of Chrysocoma tomentosa?
Chrysocoma tomentosa is found in dry, rocky, and sandy areas of the Mediterranean region
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,