Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
desertorum
ID:
27587

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart. ex DC.) Dematt.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 44(1): 62 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026916



Common Names

  • Chrysolaena desertorum
  • Desert Chrysolaena
  • Chrysolaena


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Synonyms

  • Lessingianthus desertorum (Mart. ex DC.) H.Rob. [unknown]
  • Vernonia desertorum desertorum [unknown]
  • Cacalia desertorum (Mart. ex DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia desertorum longipes Baker [unknown]
  • Vernonia desertorum campestris (DC.) Baker [unknown]
  • Vernonia desertorum Mart. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Vernonia campestris DC. [unknown]
  • Vernonia desertorum macrocephala Chodat [unknown]

Description

Chrysolaena desertorum (also called Desert Chrysolaena, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Solanum cerasiferum is used as a food source and also for medicinal purposes. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and can be used to make a tea that can help with digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chrysolaena desertorum has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves that are oval-shaped with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysolaena desertorum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Chrysolaena desertorum

Chrysolaena desertorum is native to the deserts of North America. It can be found in dry, sandy areas, such as dunes and washes.

Chrysolaena desertorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysolaena desertorum?

Chrysolaena desertorum

What type of plant is Chrysolaena desertorum?

A shrub

Where is Chrysolaena desertorum found?

It is found in Mexico

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-126009: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Massimiliano Dematteis (b.1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dematt.' in the authors string.