Chrysocoma tridentata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tridentata
ID:
14935
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 354 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000014264
Common Names
- Three-Toothed Chrysocoma
- Three-Toothed Goldenweed
- Three-Toothed Aster
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chrysocoma tridentata (also called Three-toothed Golden-aster, among many other common names) is an herb with yellow flowers and tridentate leaves. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Chrysocoma tridentata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chrysocoma tridentata is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Chrysocoma tridentata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Chrysocoma tridentata
Chrysocoma tridentata is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in full sun.
Chrysocoma tridentata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrysocoma tridentata?
Chrysocoma tridentata
What is the common name of Chrysocoma tridentata?
Trident Chrysocoma
What is the natural habitat of Chrysocoma tridentata?
Dry and disturbed areas
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-113795: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.