Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
flexuosa
ID:
29224

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sims) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 101: 956 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028553



Common Names

  • Chrysolaena flexuosa
  • Flexuosa Chrysolaena
  • Flexuosa Golden-vine


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Synonyms

  • Cacalia flexuosa (Sims) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Vernonia flexuosa Sims [unknown]
  • Vernonia montevidensis Nees ex Otto & A.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Vernonia flexuosa ensifolia Hieron. [unknown]
  • Vernonia flexuosa microcephala Hieron. [unknown]

Description

Chrysolaena flexuosa (also called 'Flexuous Chrysolaena', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white flower heads. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysolaena flexuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping. Its flowers are also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysolaena flexuosa is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysolaena flexuosa is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Chrysolaena flexuosa

Chrysolaena flexuosa can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Chrysolaena flexuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysolaena flexuosa?

Chrysolaena flexuosa

What is the natural habitat of Chrysolaena flexuosa?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

What is the average height of Chrysolaena flexuosa?

1-2 meters

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-127595: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
John Sims (1749-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sims' in the authors string.